Two New Drunk Driving Accidents in Germany Highlight Ongoing Safety Concerns

Recent DUI incidents in Kaiserslautern and Potsdam involve significant property damage, legal actions, and renewed calls for stricter enforcement.

A 62-year-old driver caused an accident on the B270 near Kaiserslautern on April 7, recording a blood alcohol level of 2.05 Promille.
The Kaiserslautern crash resulted in several thousand euros in property damage but no injuries; the driver’s license and car keys were confiscated.
A 61-year-old driver in Potsdam’s Eiche district collided with parked cars on April 7 and fled the scene before being stopped by witnesses and police.
The Potsdam driver registered a blood alcohol level of 1.71 Promille and is now facing legal consequences, including the loss of his driver’s license.
These incidents are part of a broader trend of DUI-related accidents across Germany, prompting increased scrutiny and enforcement by authorities.