Drug-Related Traffic Offenses Highlight Broader Issues in Germany

Three separate incidents reveal a concerning pattern of drug use, reckless driving, and legal violations on German roads.

A 36-year-old man is on trial in Berlin for alleged armed drug dealing, driving without a license, and endangering public safety during a high-speed police chase.
The suspect, under the influence of cocaine, nearly hit a cyclist before abandoning his vehicle and fleeing on foot, discarding drugs and phones along the way.
Police discovered a knife on the suspect and later found a loaded firearm during a search of his residence, leading to additional charges.
In two other incidents, drivers in Grünstadt and Neustadt were caught under the influence of drugs during routine traffic stops, with one testing positive for multiple substances including THC and amphetamines.
Both cases involved drivers without valid licenses, resulting in immediate driving bans and the initiation of legal proceedings.