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Drunk driver causes accident and flees – police investigate!
Traffic accident in Cochem-Zell: 30-year-old with a blood alcohol level of less than 1.86 causes damage and flees. Police are investigating.
Drunk driver causes accident and flees – police investigate!
Today in Cologne, an incident in traffic is causing a lot of excitement and a lot of attention. A 40-year-old driver was involved in a risky maneuver yesterday evening when he had to avoid an unknown vehicle. He hit a high sidewalk, which unfortunately resulted in a damaged tire and a dented rim. The unknown vehicle continued its journey without caring about the damage caused. But the 40-year-old had a good hand and followed the other driver to inform the Wittlich police station. This was a smart move because the police were able to find the address of the unknown car.
As the Rhine newspaper Reportedly, the unknown driver was a 30-year-old. When he arrived at the scene of the accident, it quickly became apparent that he was obviously significantly under the influence of alcohol. An alcohol test showed this to be an alarming 1.86 per mille. In view of these high values, criminal proceedings were initiated and he was banned from continuing his journey.
The legal consequences
Accidents caused by alcohol can have serious consequences. Loud Catalog of fines The punishment can be determined individually in court, which often leads to a driver's license being revoked or a driving ban. A value of 0.3 per mille or more can result in a fine or imprisonment of up to five years. A look at the statistics shows that in 2014, almost every 13th traffic fatality - that's quite a lot - was the victim of an alcohol-related accident. This illustrates how drunk drivers impair perception and driving behavior, resulting in increased risk-taking.
The legal basis is clear: according to Section 315c of the Criminal Code, action will be taken against drivers who endanger other road users through alcohol. And from 1.1 per mille things get really serious. This means that you are completely unfit to drive, which can even lead to charges of drunk driving.
Figures and facts
The numbers are alarming. A current report from the Federal Statistical Office, published on Statista, shows that alcohol-related traffic accidents have been consistently documented over the years. The statistics can be found between 1995 and 2024. The data includes accidents recorded by the police and is only accessible with an account.
It is to be hoped that such incidents will become less frequent in the future and that road traffic will remain safe for everyone. Yesterday's incident shows that a watchful eye and quick action are crucial.