Alcoholic driver in Kerpen causes accident and is arrested

Alcoholic driver in Kerpen causes accident and is arrested

alcoholized drivers endanger security in Kerpen

Kerpen, a city in the Rhein-Erft district, recently became a witness to a questionable incident that focuses on the problem of driving under the influence of alcohol. On the evening of July 22, 2024, a 49-year-old driver came into view of the police after a traffic accident on a petrol station area.

The incident and its consequences

The accused who was traveling with a Hyundai collided at around 9 p.m. with a parked mini on the petrol station on Heerstrasse. The traffic accident led to property damage, which was immediately registered by the officials and the witnesses present. These noticed the driver's striking smell of alcohol and then alerted the police.

aggressive behavior in the arrest cell

When the police officers arrived, the man was increasingly aggressive and insulted the emergency services, which resulted in an escalation of the situation. To avoid further attacks, the police put on handcuffs to the man. A breath alcohol test carried out resulted in an alarming value of over 1.9 per thousand - a clear indication of considerable impairments of driving ability.

social relevance

This incident makes a highlight of the dangers of alcohol abuse in road traffic. Every year there are numerous traffic accidents caused by alcoholic people, and the protection of the general public should always be a top priority. The authorities are working intensively to prevent such situations and to raise awareness of the risks.

legal consequences for the driver

The aggressive driver now has to answer not only because of the risk of road traffic under the influence of alcohol, but also because of the insult to the police officers. His driver's license was ensured and a blood sample was taken in the hospital for a more detailed analysis.

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The incident in Kerpen is another example of the dangers that can arise from driving under the influence of alcohol. The police encourage the public to draw attention to alcohol at the wheel and to act immediately if they notice such situations. The security on the streets can only be guaranteed together.

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District Police Authority Rhein-Erft-Kreis
Press and public relations
Telephone: 02271 81-3305
Fax: 02271 81-3309
Mail: press stell.rhein-erft-kreis@polizei.nrw.de

Original content from: Police Rhein-Erft-Kreis, transmitted by News Aktuell

- Nag