Disputes in road traffic escalated: the police have to intervene!

Disputes in road traffic escalated: the police have to intervene!

On Monday afternoon there was an explosive dispute in road traffic in the Alsergrund in Vienna, which ended with a police operation. According to a message from the Vienna State Police Directorate, the incident occurred at around 4:30 p.m. in Hörlgasse. Two drivers, a 41-year-old and a 68-year-old, got into a heated argument. The older driver apparently held a alleged firearm from the window of his vehicle, which prompted the younger man to flee immediately and alert the police, such as reported.

The incoming officials could only find the 41-year-old at the scene, while the older driver was later found at home. After clarification of the facts, the police imposed a temporary ban on weapons against the 68-year-old and initiated a complaint about dangerous threat. However, the 41-year-old does not fail to do with, since he is also held responsible under the accusation of the dangerous threat. The classification of these actions falls under the fact of the "risk of road traffic", as is detailed in Section 315c of the Criminal Code. In this context, the risky behavior in road traffic is already considered punishable without an actual accident, such as The incidents of this kind are not only alarming, but also lead a light on the dangers that bring about ruthless driving and provocative clashes on the streets. Such incidents can escalate at any time and result in serious consequences. The legal consequences for both participants clarify that the law sets clear limits when it comes to safety in road traffic.