Latvia sends 18 confiscated cars to Ukraine, fills them with humanitarian aid

This was reported by LSM.

The cars confiscated by Latvia from drunk drivers will now be sent to Ukraine as the country is defending itself against Russia.

"In Latvia, we know the importance of independence and democracy, so we must continue to support Ukraine with all our might. Every bit of help, big or small, brings Ukraine closer to victory in Russia's cruel and unjust full-scale war," said Karina Ploka, Parliamentary Secretary of the Latvian Ministry of Finance.

The owners are reportedly not compensated, making their decision to drive drunk extremely expensive. This is also prompting citizens in other countries to call on their governments to adopt similar measures.

In addition to the vehicles themselves, the employees of the Ministry of Finance will fill them with food and items that Ukraine needs.

• On February 16, the Latvian Saeima passed amendments to the law that allow for the free transfer of confiscated vehicles to Ukraine. 

• On March 8, the first batch of 8 cars was sent to Ukraine. The government decided to transfer the cars, that had been confiscated for drunk driving, to the Ukrainian military and hospitals.