Police, firefighters, and paramedics rushed to the Moerdijk Bridge in the Netherlands after a reported suicide attempt. Instead, they found a Hungarian truck driver who had parked on the highway shoulder and jumped into the river below to “cool off” on a warm summer evening. The man made it to a ladder and was picked up by a passing boat, realizing the water was more dangerous than expected. Authorities say the driver “learned another life lesson” and received a ticket for the unsafe actions that prompted the major emergency response, which included helicopter units and the sea rescue team. (Story URL)
Truck Driver’s “Cooling Off” Swim Mistaken For Suicide Attempt
Aug 17, 2025 | 8:00 PM