Alcohol and drug controls in Cuxhaven: Five drivers stopped!

Alcohol and drug controls in Cuxhaven: Five drivers stopped!

Geestland, Deutschland - On October 21 and 22, 2024, the emergency services of the police commissioner Geestland carried out comprehensive controls for recognizing alcohol and narcotics-related road users. The measure that took place in the entire area of ​​responsibility, including Geestland and Wurster North Sea coast, aims to increase traffic safety. A total of 230 vehicles and 244 people were checked during the controls, with some striking violations.

A 35-year-old Bremerhavener noticed with a breath alcohol concentration of almost 1.6 per thousand and also had a suspicious driver's license with her. Two other drivers, 30 and 45 years old, were under the influence of narcotics. Five drivers were unable to continue their journey, which also included a 43-year-old who had an invalid driver's license for a team. Blood samples were taken from the drivers concerned and they have to expect criminal consequences. The police hope to make a sustainable change in behavior among road users through personal talks as part of the controls. Details on the controls can be found on www.presseportal.de