Serious accident on the L45: Driver refuses breathalyzer test!

Serious accident on the L45: Driver refuses breathalyzer test!

On Saturday afternoon, December 21, 2024, a serious traffic accident occurred on the L45 near Großwilfersdorf. A 38-year-old driver was driving from Söchau towards Maierhofen when he left the road at around 4 p.m. due to excessive speed and crashed into a water culvert. The collision had devastating consequences for the two passengers, a 40-year-old and a 43-year-old, who were both seriously injured. The 43-year-old was flown to the LKH Graz in a rescue helicopter, while the 38-year-old escaped with minor injuries. Although he was not seriously injured, the driver refused to take an alcohol test after a preliminary test had already been positive ORF Styria reported.

Consequences for the person who caused the accident

The entire roadway had to be closed for two hours while emergency services and police took action at the scene. While the injured passengers received immediate medical attention, the driver will face criminal charges after failing to take a breathalyzer test 5min.at reported. The incident once again highlights the dangers of speeding and drink driving, potentially leading to a tragic outcome.