21-year-old driver in Spittal/Drau slightly injured after drugged accident

21-year-old driver in Spittal/Drau slightly injured after drugged accident

On the night of November 28, 2024, at around 12:05 a.m., a traffic accident occurred in the city of Spittal/Drau, which attracted the attention of the police. A 21-year-old man from the region was driving his car on the B 100 federal highway when he was apparently influenced by addictive substances. Sitting next to him was a 17-year-old friend who also suffered minor injuries at the time of the accident.

The driver lost control of the vehicle, left the road and initially crashed into a fire hydrant. The car then collided with a concrete wall. Fortunately, both occupants of the vehicle were only slightly injured, but the incident resulted in significant damage to the car and the fire hydrant, which was damaged.

Drugs and driving license

When the accident was recorded, the police found symptoms of substance abuse in the driver. The officers also found a small amount of cannabis herb in the car as well as the necessary utensils, including a grinder and a water pipe. The man was then taken for a medical examination, which confirmed that he was unable to drive due to drug impairment and fatigue. As a result, his driver's license was taken away.

The Spittal/Drau volunteer fire department was also on duty and supported with 12 emergency services to secure the scene of the accident. Damage to the car and infrastructure was immediately documented while the investigation into the seized drugs continues.

The relevance of this incident is clear: it once again highlights the risks associated with driving under the influence of drugs and could also potentially spark public debate about road safety and drug use on the roads. A detailed analysis of the situation and further information about the incident can be found in a report on www.osttirol-online.at.