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Drunk driver leaves Zafira behind in Eich after crash!
An alcoholic driver caused an accident on October 24, 2023 in Eich, left the scene of the accident and was later identified.
Drunk driver leaves Zafira behind in Eich after crash!
At dusk on October 24th, 2023, a spectacular traffic accident occurred in Eich, on Osthofener Straße, which left hardly anyone untouched. At around 9:50 p.m., the driver of an Opel Zafira lost control of his vehicle and rammed a tree. Fortunately, the driver was uninjured, but the consequences were clearly noticeable. The car, badly damaged, came to a stop a few meters away. It left a trail of destruction at the scene of the accident and destroyed the calm of the residents.
What followed then could almost be staged as a thriller: the driver left the wreck and fled on foot from the scene of the accident, but not without being observed by attentive witnesses. They immediately informed the police, who then knew how to act quickly. At the holder address of the Opel, the officials were already expecting the man they were looking for, who not only corresponded to the description of the witnesses, but was also heavily alcoholic. A voluntary breath alcohol test was offered, afterwards there was a blood sample that confirmed the suspicion of alcoholization. An investigation was initiated against him.
Alcoholic journeys are a risk
The dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol are undisputed. According to information from Bussgeld catalog, an accident under the influence of alcohol is not only a criminal offense, but also has far -reaching consequences for the drivers. If the blood alcohol concentration is at least 0.3 per thousand, there are three points in the driving suitability register as well as money or even prison terms of up to five years. The driver's license can be withdrawn, which means a significant cut into mobility.
The statistics speak for themselves: In 2022, there were 214 deaths and almost 20,000 injuries due to alcohol-related accidents in Germany. Compared to 2021, that is an alarming 67 more deaths. Holidays and large events are particularly noticeable when the risk of alcohol-related accidents increases sharply. According to the website Off the Gas, the number of alcohol-related accidents has been decreasing since the 1970s, but the challenge remains.
A call to prudence
Young road users in particular, mostly between the ages of 25 and 34, are often involved in alcohol-related accidents. The lifestyle of young people, combined with a lack of driving experience, increases the risk. It is strongly recommended to ensure safety as a “designated driver”. The danger of residual alcohol, which can impair your ability to drive the next morning, is too often underestimated. Alcohol impairs perception, reduces reaction speed and encourages a willingness to take risks that has no place behind the wheel.
The driver of the Opel Zafira put himself in a precarious position by fleeing and drinking alcohol. But he is not alone: society also bears responsibility. A rethink is required in order to further reduce the number of alcohol-related accidents. Each of us can contribute by ensuring a safe return to celebrations or nights out with friends, thereby preventing potential tragedies.