Traffic accident in Salzbergen: drivers injured under the influence of alcohol

Traffic accident in Salzbergen: drivers injured under the influence of alcohol

This morning, on September 6, 2024, a serious traffic accident occurred on the “Neuenkirchen Damm” street in Salzbergen. A 43-year-old who was traveling with a BMW X3 lost control when another vehicle was overtaking. The car overturned and finally came to a standstill on an adjacent field. In this incident, a 40-year-old passenger was slightly injured. Both men needed medical help and were brought to a hospital with an emergency service.

A decisive factor in the accident was the high blood alcohol content of the driver. During the accident recording, the police found that the 43-year-old had a breath alcohol value of 1.45 per thousand, which made him unfit. This led to the removal of a blood sample and the confiscation of his driver's license. The court will now decide on the legal consequences, since the driver is held responsible for hazarding road traffic.

alcohol influence and traffic safety

alcohol at the wheel is a great risk for all road users. People who drive under the influence of alcohol increase the likelihood of serious accidents significantly. The falling blood alcohol content of 1.45 per thousand is far above the legal limit of 0.5 per thousand in Germany. From a value of 1.1 per thousand, the police fundamentally assume a criminal offense. The increase in the risk from alcoholized driving is always rigorously followed.

The police Emsland/Grafschaft Bentheim takes such incidents seriously and always conducts investigations to clarify the circumstances and prevent further accidents. This can also be seen in the rapid reaction to the accident in Salzbergen. The injured were quickly taken to a hospital and the legal steps against the driver were quick.

traffic warnings and security campaigns are currently in focus, while the authorities are trying to clarify the public about the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol. Such tragic incidents can affect not only those involved, but also other road and road users, which increases the importance of promoting secure traffic practices.

The police advise always to choose a sober driver or to find alternatives to drive when alcohol has been consumed. This can minimize the numerous known traffic accidents and also tragic consequences in road traffic.

The investigation in this special case has not yet been completed, but the driver of the BMW X3 must adapt to serious legal consequences. As part of traffic safety measures, the case is certainly observed by many in the community and beyond.

The police inspection Emsland/Grafschaft Bentheim is available for further questions or information under the contact details provided. The public is cordially invited to find out about current developments in traffic safety and in such cases.