Four traffic controls in Memmingen: Police grabs alcoholized drivers

Four traffic controls in Memmingen: Police grabs alcoholized drivers

controls to traffic safety: Police raise the alarm over drug and alcohol influence in road traffic

Security in road traffic is currently the focus of the local authorities. On Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, the Memmingen police inspection carried out a comprehensive control campaign that drawn attention to the dangers of trips under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The results of the controls throw a critical light on a widespread problem.

serious consequences for traffic safety

Due to these controls, which took place both in the morning and in the evening, four road users could be pulled out of the market, which not only endangered their own safety, but also that of other road users. These incidents show that it is urgently necessary to raise awareness of the dangers of drug and alcohol consumption in road traffic.

the affected road users

There was a 40-year-old e-scooter driver among the controlled people. This showed signs of drug use in Donaustraße in the morning. In the evenings, a 27-year-old car driver in Kettershausen, whose alcohol measurement was above the permitted value. Another cyclist, also 30 years old, brought it to almost two per thousand. Finally, only a little later another 27-year-old cyclist was stopped who drove into snake lines and had similar alcoholization.

public attention is required

The police immediately initiated investigative proceedings for drunk driving. These incidents are not just isolated cases; They reflect a worrying tendency in society. The consequences of alcohol and drug use behind the wheel or on the bike not only show that individual responsibility is often neglected, but also that stronger public engagement is necessary to raise awareness.

an urgent invitation to mindfulness

It is essential that both road users and the community are more aware of the problem of alcohol and drug-influencing driving. Initiatives for clarification that are carried out in schools, events or through social media could help to raise awareness and avoid traffic accidents. The measures taken are a step in the right direction to make the streets safer.