The driver allegedly crushed his friend with his vehicle while trying to flee the scene.

Following the accident, the driver briefly remained at the scene before fleeing, but was apprehended shortly after due to a separate minor accident.

He lost control of his vehicle at a roundabout in Bréal-sous-Montfort less than an hour later.

Upon his arrest, the driver was found to have a very high blood alcohol level.

A tragic accident occurred on February 20, 2025, in Le Rheu, near Rennes, when a man in his forties was struck by a vehicle around 7:30 PM.

An investigation has been opened for "murder in a state of drunkenness," as confirmed by Jean-Marie Blin, the deputy prosecutor of Rennes.

The investigation is being handled by the Mordelles gendarmerie and the Rennes research brigade, with the suspect still in custody.

The victim was rushed to CHU de Rennes but succumbed to his injuries later that night, as confirmed by emergency services.

Witnesses provided information that connected the two incidents, leading to the driver's detention by the gendarmes.

The incident has raised serious concerns about the dangers of driving under the influence, particularly following a social gathering.

Earlier that day, the two men had been dining together and consuming alcohol at a restaurant.

After consuming alcohol, the victim attempted to prevent the driver from leaving, leading to a confrontation.