Drunk accident in Laichingen: Opel driver rams parked Hyundai

Drunk accident in Laichingen: Opel driver rams parked Hyundai

ulm (ots)

accident in Laichingen: The dangers of alcohol at the tax

On Wednesday evening, an accident in Laichingen caused excitement and illuminates the serious risks of driving under the influence of alcohol. At 9:45 p.m., a 23-year-old man steered his Opel along the forest road when he came off the road and collided with a parked Hyundai. The immediate proximity of a police patrol enabled a quick reaction.

A rash decision makes serious consequences

After the accident, the police took a look at the driver of the Opel and quickly realized that he smelled a lot of alcohol. An alcohol test carried out confirmed the suspicion; The man was clearly alcoholic. This situation illustrates how quickly from a rash decision - in this case alcohol consumption before driving - can result in serious and potentially life -changing consequences.

consequences for the driver

In a clinic, blood was taken from the driver to determine the exact alcohol content. His driver's license was withheld and he now has to expect legal consequences. The police estimate the total damage to the two vehicles at around 10,000 euros, although both cars were no longer ready to drive after the incident. A towing service took care of the recovery of the accident vehicle.

The important role of the police

At the same time, this incident illustrates the important role of the police in the fight against driving under the influence of alcohol. The police and emergency services do an indispensable work to ensure security on our streets. The continuous clarification of the public about the dangers of alcohol consumption when driving is crucial to minimize such incidents in the future.

protection of the community

The effects of such accidents affect not only the person who caused the accident, but also the entire community. Therefore, it is a collective responsibility to actively work against alcohol at the wheel. Programs for clarifying safe driving practices can help make the streets safer. The incident in Laichingen will probably initiate further discussions about the dangers of driving under influence and emphasize the importance of prevention.

For more information or if you have any questions on this topic, you can contact Johanna Christau from the Ulm police headquarters on 0731/188-1111.