Driver almost dies: drifted 400 kilometers from the destination into the Hunsrück!

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A driver missed his destination in Saxony-Anhalt by 400 kilometers after being stopped in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Ein Autofahrer verfehlte sein Ziel in Sachsen-Anhalt um 400 Kilometer, nachdem er in Rheinland-Pfalz gestoppt wurde.
A driver missed his destination in Saxony-Anhalt by 400 kilometers after being stopped in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Driver almost dies: drifted 400 kilometers from the destination into the Hunsrück!

In a rather strange incident, a driver in Hunsrück, Rhineland-Palatinate was stopped by police after deviating hundreds of kilometers from his original destination. On August 17, 2025, the 34-year-old man wanted to drive to Saxony-Anhalt, but his path led him straight into chaos. Road users noticed the vehicle because of its unusual driving style and immediately informed the police authorities. Loud Lokalo.de the driver had a risky driving style; He even drove over a traffic island and partly over the sidewalk.

The speed fluctuated between 40 and 100 km/h, which didn't exactly calm the situation. A police patrol ultimately discovered the car on federal highway 327 near Niedert. Although the officers asked the driver to stop, he did not immediately comply. The man only stopped at the exit to Kastellaun after hitting a guardrail. During the check, the police found that the driver was “neither temporally nor spatially oriented”. He had only wanted to travel a short distance from a restaurant home, which in the end didn't work out.

Consequences of the accident and investigations

The driver's car had several recent accident damages, suggesting it wasn't the first time he had gotten into trouble. He was taken to hospital for a medical examination while a road traffic endangerment case was opened. Another example of how quickly things can get out of hand.

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A look at today

August 17, 2025, a sunny Sunday and day 229 of the year, features some notable historical events and birthdays. Over the years, numerous notable figures have come into the world, such as Robert De Niro, who turns 82 today, and Sean Penn, who turns 65. And for all you bargain hunters out there, today is also National Thrift Shop Day - a perfect time to hunt for hidden treasures at thrift stores!

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All in all, today will be remembered not only for a crazy driver, but also for the celebrations and many memories of personalities who have shaped history.