Motorcycle accident in Zuzenhausen: 56-year-old followed after drunk driving

Motorcycle accident in Zuzenhausen: 56-year-old followed after drunk driving

15.08.2024 - 14:22

Police headquarters Mannheim

vigilance of the citizens leads to the clarification of an incident in Zuzenhausen

in Zuzenhausen, a quiet place in the Rhein-Neckar district, an incident occurred on Wednesday evening, which came to light due to the attentive observation of a witness. At 9:30 p.m. the witness watched a 56-year-old man who tried to push his motorcycle, which was no longer ready to drive, a Yamaha, after he had fallen.

The events related to the accident

After initial investigations by the police, it turned out that the motorcyclist had previously crashed into a construction site barke and then fell to the ground. Although he remained without injury, the Yamaha was badly damaged and was no longer ready to drive. At a moment that was difficult, the man lost his balance and brushed two cars parked on the edge of the road, a Lancia and an Opel. Both vehicles were damaged, but were still ready to drive.

consequences of the behavior of the driver

The 56-year-old moved away from the scene of the accident, which brought him into a problematic situation in the light of the law. The attentive witness immediately informed the police who could find the man near the event. During the accident, the officials noticed severe alcohol smell, which led to a blood sample was arranged; His onward journey was prohibited and the vehicle key was temporarily taken from him.

The importance of the vigilance of the population

This incident not only raises questions about the legal consequences of the driver, but also shows how important the intervention of citizens can be. The immediate report to the police authorities not only helped to quickly clarify the incident, but could also help increase the safety in traffic. The damage, which is estimated at around 4,000 euros, illustrates that alcoholic driving can have dangerous consequences for the entire community.

Current investigations

The police station Sinsheim has started the investigation on this matter, whereby the man has to answer not only because of the suspicion of drunk driving, but also because of the unauthorized removal from the scene of the accident. This could lead to considerable legal consequences for the 56-year-old.

Please ask:

Police Headquarters Mannheim
Public relations work office
Celina-Marie Petersen
Telephone: 0621 174-1111
Email: Mannheim.pp.Sts.oe@polizei.bwl.de

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