Skoda driver with 2.21 per mille rams bus in Angermünde!

Skoda driver with 2.21 per mille rams bus in Angermünde!

A frightening traffic accident occurred on June 26th in Angermünde when a 65-year-old driver crashed her Skoda Roomster into a public bus without braking. The accident happened at 12 p.m. at the intersection of Berlin Street and the station forecourt. At this point, the bus was stopped at a traffic light, while the Skoda driver lost control of her vehicle while turning from Berliner Straße towards the train station.

Again Northern Courier According to reports, the Skoda initially left the road on the right side and landed on a grass verge. The driver then steered back onto the road, where she collided with the left side of the waiting bus. When the accident occurred, police officers noticed the smell of alcohol on the woman's breath. A breath alcohol test carried out showed a disturbing 2.21 per mille.

Alcoholization and legal consequences

The legal implications for the driver are serious. She had to surrender her driver's license and undergo a blood test at the hospital. An investigation has been initiated into charges of endangering road traffic in connection with a traffic accident. According to the regulations on alcohol limits in Germany, the value of 2.21 per mille is more than sufficient to assume that you are completely unfit to drive, which entails criminal consequences.

Loud ADAC There are clear laws for dealing with drunk driving. Drivers who have a blood alcohol level between 0.5 and 1.09 are committing an administrative offense that is associated with legal penalties and fines. If the value is 1.1 per mille or more, it is considered “absolutely unfit to drive” and the legal consequences can be felt immediately. In addition, in the event of damage, the insurance company can not only refuse to pay out, but can also assert recourse claims of up to 5,000 euros against the driver.

Prevention and awareness

The dangers of drinking alcohol while driving are well known. A pint of beer can quickly cause the average person's blood alcohol content to rise by around 0.3 to 0.4 per mille, which can lead to legal consequences even for experienced drivers. It is hardly surprising that lawmakers impose strict regulations to ensure road safety. Violating the 0.0 alcohol limit can have drastic consequences for young drivers - not only in the form of fines, but also in an extension of the probationary period.

For professional drivers, the consequences and consequences of drinking alcohol are particularly high. In the event of a violation, not only can you lose your driver's license, but your employment relationship can also be jeopardized. In summary, drinking and driving has not only legal but also far-reaching personal consequences for drivers and other road users.

The events in Angermünde are an impressive reminder for all road users of how important it is to use alcohol responsibly.