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Drunk driver rams tractor: 10,000 euros in property damage!
Drunk driver rams tractor in Schmedshagen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. No injuries, investigations ongoing.
Drunk driver rams tractor: 10,000 euros in property damage!
In an unfortunate incident in the town of Schmedshagen, located in the Vorpommern-Rügen district, a drunk driver caused a significant traffic accident. The 44-year-old, whose breath alcohol level was an astonishing 2.25 per mille, tried to overtake a tractor-trailer on October 4, 2025. He found himself in a critical situation when he encountered an oncoming vehicle and had to swerve to the right. Tragically, his car crashed into the tractor, which was pulling two trailers. However, it was a blessing in disguise: fortunately there were no injuries in this incident.
The total damage to the vehicles is estimated at around 10,000 euros and the driver's license was immediately confiscated. The investigation into endangering road traffic is already underway, so this incident will not be without consequences. Such alcohol-related traffic offenses are a serious issue in Germany.
A serious problem
Drunk driving is not just an issue in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, but affects the entire country. According to current data from the Federal Statistical Office, there have been numerous alcohol-related traffic accidents in Germany over the last few decades. The statistics show a worrying trend, as the number of accidents caused by alcohol is difficult to ignore. Corresponding data was collected in the period from 1995 to 2024 and can be viewed on the Statista platform, but a user account is required for detailed viewing. [Statista] also provides further information on these incidents.
In comparison, Hesse is also affected by traffic accidents, with a total of 208 people losing their lives in traffic accidents in 2022. This is an increase of 25 deaths compared to 2021. The hessenschau continuously reports on serious traffic accidents in the region, including the current traffic situation and emergencies like the one in Schmedshagen. Awareness of safety risks in road traffic is more necessary than ever.
The incident in Schmedshagen is a stark reminder that road safety should be the top priority. There really is something to be said – not just for the parties concerned, but also for society as a whole, which should take a stand against drunk driving. We hope that such incidents can be avoided in the future by all road users acting responsibly.