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Drug influence and alcohol intoxication: two traffic accidents in Neuwied!
Two traffic accidents in Neuwied: Driver under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Police investigate, driver's license confiscated.
Drug influence and alcohol intoxication: two traffic accidents in Neuwied!
On June 15, 2025, two accidents occurred in the region, drawing unpleasant attention to the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The first reports come from the Neuwied area, where a 19-year-old driver was traveling on the federal highway from Betzdorf towards Wissen. In a sharp left-hand bend, the young man apparently lost control of his vehicle due to inadequate speed and left the road. Fortunately, the driver was uninjured despite significant property damage, but the investigation shows that he was under the influence of narcotics while driving. This led to the seizure of his driving license and the initiation of criminal proceedings, as rhein-zeitung.de reports.
Immediate developments that same night added another worrying chapter. At around 1:30 a.m. another accident occurred on Höferwaldstrasse in Kirchen. Residents observed a 64-year-old car driver crashing into a parked vehicle. The person who caused the accident also appeared to be drunk and reported that he was on his way home from a party. A breath alcohol test showed an alarming level of 2.35 per mille - clearly exceeding the limit. Here too, the driver's license was confiscated and criminal proceedings are underway.
The dangers of drunk driving
These incidents cast a shadow on the road safety situation in the region, especially when you look at the facts: drinking and driving endangers not only the driver, but also other road users, as adac.de notes. The alcohol limits for drivers vary depending on the situation. For people under 21 and novice drivers in their probationary period, there is an absolute alcohol ban of 0.0 per mille. Anyone who exceeds the limit values must expect significant consequences.
Here is an overview of the alcohol limits and the corresponding consequences:
| Alcohol limit | Consequences |
|---|---|
| 0.0‰ | Alcohol ban for new drivers, fines and points |
| 0.3‰ – 1.09‰ | Administrative offense, fine from 500 euros, points |
| from 1.1‰ | Absolute inability to drive, criminal offense |
| from 1.6‰ | MPU mandatory |
The legal framework
The legal framework leaves no room for misunderstandings. As auto-motor-und-sport.de describes, the police can order a breath alcohol test during a check and, if they refuse, insist on a blood sample. These penalties can have a dramatic impact on a driver's life, particularly the suspension of a driver's license and possibly even a longer suspension period for repeat offenders. Insurance companies can also cause problems, as they have limited or no liability to pay for alcohol-related accidents.
In summary, the night in Neuwied should be a warning example. Tragically, accidents caused by alcohol are not uncommon, and the consequences are not just financial. Every road user should be aware of their responsibility and, if in doubt, should avoid using a car. This is not just for your own safety, but also for that of everyone else. Our appeal to everyone: Be responsible and avoid driving under the influence of alcohol!