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DUI Case Opened After Euskirchen E‑Scooter Rider Carries Child, Uses Phone

Criminal proceedings followed a breath test reading of about 1.22‰.

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Mann (49) mit 1,22 Promille und Sohn (6) auf Roller erwischt. Polizei greift ein.

Overview

  • Police stopped a 49-year-old on Saturday evening in Euskirchen after seeing his six-year-old standing on the scooter while he held a phone to his ear.
  • An on-site alcohol test indicated roughly 1.22‰, and officers ordered a blood sample.
  • Authorities initiated proceedings for driving under the influence based on the observed violations and test result.
  • The rider told police he does not have a driving licence, a claim officers said will be verified.
  • A police spokesman called the behavior irresponsible, and officials reiterated that only one person may ride and handheld phone use is prohibited.