Drunk truck driver endangers traffic in Laupheim-witness intervenes!

Drunk truck driver endangers traffic in Laupheim-witness intervenes!

Laupheim, Deutschland - A worrying incident occurred in the region around Laupheim on Thursday: A 41-year-old truck driver was obviously drunk on the K7582 and provided dangerous maneuvers.

around 1:30 p.m. an attentive witness noticed how the man truck loaded with a container drove into snake lines and complied with a strikingly slow speed of only 40 km/h. The brave witness did not hesitate and alerted the police over the emergency call, who could react quickly due to the descriptions.

police quickly intervenes

Just a few minutes later, a patrol from the Laupheim police discovered the truck on a company premises in the commercial area "At the airfield". The driver was heavily drunk and had difficulty staying on his feet. A breath alcohol test brought the terrifying results to light: the man had drunk too much. To ensure that he had to make a blood sample in a hospital. Criminal proceedings for drunk driving now awaits him, and he also had to give his driver's license.

The police urge to warn: alcohol at the wheel is a big risk! Alcohol affects perception, leads to wrong decisions in terms of speed and removal and limits the ability to react significantly. The message is clear: alcohol consumption and driving are an explosive mix that should not put anyone in danger.