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Three Drunk-Driving Cases Reported Across Germany, One Ends in Severe A72 Crash

Witness tips plus on-scene tests prompted licence seizures with blood draws in separate investigations.

Overview

  • A 21-year-old was severely injured after being ejected in a pre-dawn crash on the A72 near Plauen, where police noted alcohol odor and found empty bottles in the wreck.
  • A breath test for the Plauen driver indicated about 0.8‰, and officers reported the vehicle was destroyed and had to be towed.
  • Near Cuxhaven, a witness reported a 50-year-old driving in swerves; police measured over 2.8‰, took a blood sample, and confiscated his driving licence Friday evening.
  • In Pöttmes, a 39-year-old touched a parked car while reversing; police recorded over 2.0‰, ordered a blood draw, halted his trip, and secured his licence, with no damage reported.
  • All three incidents were disclosed Saturday by regional police and are now the subject of DUI investigations.