Truck accident in Paternion: driver injured and alcoholic

Truck accident in Paternion: driver injured and alcoholic

In the night of November 8, 2024, a serious traffic accident occurred on the Drautalbundesstraße in the municipality of Paternion, in the Villach-Land district. A 26-year-old truck driver who was traveling towards Weißenstein lost control of his vehicle for previously unknown reasons. The truck got off the road and fell into the adjacent trench. The truck overturned through the inclination of the trench and then lay on the right.

The driver, who was injured in the incident, was able to go to the Villach State Hospital independently. During a subsequent review, it turned out that he was alcoholic, which was confirmed by a positive alkotest. Therefore, the driver's license was taken as a precaution.

cause of the accident and traffic impairment

The accident not only caused the truck fall, but also for traffic disruptions. Due to the rescue work, the Drautalbundesstraße had to be completely closed in the morning of November 8, which resulted in further restrictions on the traffic situation. A spokesman for the fire brigade reported a willingness to use to safely rescue the overturned vehicle and release the road again for traffic.

The circumstances that led to the accident are still unclear. The police are investigating to find out whether technical defects or human failure were the cause. Such accidents are not only tragic for the drivers concerned, but also raise questions about safety on the streets of the region.

The most affected are commuters and residents who rely on the Drautalbundesstraße. While the rescue work is underway, it remains to be seen when the road can be released again. Such incidents underline the need for security controls and responsible driving behavior, especially with regard to alcohol at the wheel.

For more details on this incident and the current state of the investigations, see the report on www.5min.at .