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Drunk driver with 1.6 per mille stopped in Dillingen!
A drunk driver was stopped in Dillingen an der Donau with a blood alcohol level of 1.6. Police are investigating following information from witnesses.
Drunk driver with 1.6 per mille stopped in Dillingen!
An unsightly picture emerged on Wednesday evening in Dillingen when a driver was stopped at the wheel with an alcohol content of 1.6 per mille. The 39-year-old man was noticed by an attentive witness on Pfalz-Neuburg-Straße, who noticed his unsafe driving style and immediately informed the police. At around 7:50 p.m. the officers were able to stop the driver on Donaustrasse and subject him to an alcohol test. The result was alarming: 1.6 per mille, which was well above the permissible limit.
Drunk driving is not only risky for the driver, but also endangers all other road users. In Germany there are strict blood alcohol limits that are intended to increase protection against accidents on the road. According to the ADAC guidelines, there is an absolute alcohol ban of 0.0 per mille for novice drivers and people under 21 years of age. Things become critical from just 0.3 per mille, especially if symptoms of failure occur. From 1.1 per mille you are considered absolutely unfit to drive and must expect serious consequences, such as the obligation to undergo a medical-psychological examination (MPU) at 1.6 per mille or more. In this specific case, the driver now has to answer on suspicion of drunk driving. More on this ADAC explains.
Shocking statistics
Alcohol-related traffic accidents are a serious problem in Germany. Data from the Federal Statistical Office show that between 1995 and 2024 there were numerous accidents related to alcohol registration. The latest statistics document this worrying trend and highlight the need to raise awareness about the dangers. According to Statista, the numbers are alarming and everyone should be aware that driving under the influence of alcohol not only puts their own driving license at risk, but also human lives.
The legal consequences are also enormous. A value of 1.6 per mille can result in not only a fine of several hundred euros, but also a driving ban, points in Flensburg and, in serious cases, even prison sentences. In addition, those who cause accidents must expect high reimbursements from their motor vehicle liability insurance, which makes the financial consequences even more drastic.
In summary, everyone should be aware of the responsibility they have as a driver. The current incidents in Dillingen are a clear appeal to everyone to address the dangers of drinking alcohol on the road and to behave responsibly. After all, safety comes first. Even if the situation is difficult for the driver involved, it is to be hoped that this serves as a warning to others and that accidents can be prevented in the future.