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> He finally found a safe spot and successfully pitted the car to a stop.

No such thing as a safe spot to PIT someone, ever, let alone while they're asleep at the wheel. This is a great example of why people hate all cops, anyone with two brain cells to rub together would get in front of the car and gradually slow to a stop.

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It's a bit grim, but equally what else are you supposed to do? This car will definitely crash into something pretty soon.

I agree with the recommendation that you yourself replied to: move in front of the vehicle, and gradually slow to a stop, with lights and sirens optional but recommended

I am thrown by the question of "What else should have been done" though, after grandparent made an explicit recommendation

Oof, imagine an airbag going off while slumped over the wheel!

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