Driver under drugs: Tragic accident in Neuss – cyclist dead!

Driver under drugs: Tragic accident in Neuss – cyclist dead!

A tragic traffic accident led to a loss of human life in Neuss late in the evening of August 11, 2025. A 26-year-old driver of an Audi was traveling on Berghäuschensweg towards Alexianerplatz when he lost control of his vehicle in a right-hand bend at around 9:39 p.m. and ended up on the sidewalk and cycle path. There he hit a 66-year-old cyclist from Neuss, who tragically succumbed to her serious injuries at the scene of the accident. The driver and two passengers (22 and 33 years old) escaped with minor injuries. Evidence of the consumption of intoxicating substances by the person who caused the accident casts a shadow over the incident, while the investigation by the Traffic Commissioner 1 is already underway Lokalklick.eu reported.

Unfortunately, accidents caused by alcohol consumption on the road are not uncommon. Statistics show that traffic accidents under the influence of alcohol or drugs are one of the main causes of accidents, which often have dire consequences. In 2020, 4,463 accidents involving alcohol were registered in Bavaria. Young drivers between the ages of 18 and 25 are particularly at risk, which is why the Bavarian traffic police have been working actively on education and prevention for many years. Experience has shown that distraction in traffic is also an increasing problem. More than half of drivers said they had gotten into critical situations because of distraction, with using cell phones, talking to passengers or listening to loud music often leading to distraction, according to information from verkehrswacht-bayern.de.

The responsibility of the drivers

Nowadays, road traffic is heavily used not only by drivers, but also by cyclists and pedestrians. This means that every road user has a special responsibility to protect themselves and others. The influence of alcohol, drugs or even medication can have catastrophic consequences. Anyone driving under the influence of such substances must expect not only to lose their driving license, but also to cause serious accidents. The risk increases enormously, as studies show, which also points out that drivers are alerted to the fact that even small amounts of alcohol can have a severe impact on reaction time bg-verkehr.de.

To increase road safety, the installation of alcohol interlocks in vehicles should also be considered. These devices measure the driver's breath alcohol concentration and prevent the engine from starting if the alcohol level is too high. This measure could potentially help prevent many traffic accidents.

In view of the events in Neuss, it is important to regularly draw attention to the dangers in road traffic. The tragic consequences of an accident in which alcohol or drugs may have been involved should serve as a reminder to be more conscious and responsible about your own driving ability.