Police remove 28 drug-impaired drivers from traffic in Vienna-Meidling

During a night-time operation by the police in Vienna-Meidling, numerous drivers were stopped who were apparently under the influence of drugs. A total of 28 vehicles were confiscated because their drivers were classified as drug-impaired. This happened on Wednesday night when the police carried out targeted checks to ensure road safety.

According to the state police headquarters, 33 people were brought before a medical officer in this context. Of these, around 85 percent were actually suspicious, which was confirmed by tests and assessments by medical professionals. This high rate shows how seriously the problem of drug use in traffic is taken.

Drug trafficking part of the investigation

Aside from the many drug-impaired drivers identified, police also made one arrest on suspicion of drug trafficking. This suggests that the operation was aimed not only at banning drivers from using public roads, but also at stopping illegal drug activity. The connection between road traffic and the drug market is of course alarming and requires urgent action.

The police action is a clear indication that the authorities are committed to tackling drug abuse and the dangers associated with it. In recent years there has been increasing concern about road safety, particularly when it comes to drugs. Such operations can help not only to hold the affected drivers accountable, but also to raise awareness among the general public.

The control operation in Vienna-Meidling represents an important step towards improving road safety and shows that the police are working intensively to avoid dangerous situations.