Age risk: police stops alcoholized car ride in Oberhausen

Age risk: police stops alcoholized car ride in Oberhausen

Augsburg (ots)

in a dangerous scenario that took place on Wednesday (October 23, 2024) in Oberhausen, the police brought the 72-year-old driver out of a dangerous situation. While they checked a parked car with a running engine around 3:30 p.m., the officers discovered the seniors at the wheel - completely alcoholic.

The police immediately carried out a breath alcohol test, which brought alarming 0.75 per thousand. This tip -before -tapping discovery caused the officials to not hesitate and, to be on the safe side, dismiss the vehicle by securing the car key. The incident impressively shows how important the vigilance of the police is to avoid such potentially tragic journeys. The 72-year-old, who did not want to break the law in this situation, remained unpunished.

a decisive intervention by the police

Thanks to the courageous use of the law enforcement officers, worse was prevented. Under considerable risks - in the worst case, the older man could have caused an accident - quickly action was asked. This incident reminds us of how important it is to constantly pay attention to our fellow human beings and to intervene in doubt, especially when it comes to alcohol at the wheel.