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Drunk truck driver endangers traffic on the A9 near Ingolstadt!
A drunk driver endangered road users on the A9 near Rohrbach. Investigations are ongoing after the incident.
Drunk truck driver endangers traffic on the A9 near Ingolstadt!
Today, May 28, 2025, a serious incident became known on the A9 motorway in the direction of Munich. A 56-year-old truck driver was heavily intoxicated and was endangering other road users, it was reported Pfaffenhofen Today. The incident occurred north of Ingolstadt in the construction site area of the motorway, where the driver was noticed for his reckless driving behavior.
At around 3:35 p.m. the police were informed by an emergency call about the suspicious tractor-trailer. Witnesses reported that the driver cut off another road user and slowed him down. Patrol officers were finally able to stop the truck at the Rohrbach-Ottersried parking lot and check it.
Alcohol test and consequences
During the inspection, an odor of alcohol was detected and a voluntary breath test revealed that the driver had a blood alcohol level of more than 0.8. This is above the legal alcohol limit of 0.5, which is already an administrative offense, he said ADAC. The driver was then prevented from continuing his journey and a blood sample was taken. In addition, his driver's license was confiscated and a criminal investigation was initiated for endangering road traffic.
The legal framework for driving under the influence of alcohol is very strict in Germany. From 1.1 per mille, you are considered to be completely unfit to drive, which is a punishable offence. A value of 0.5 per mille can result in fines and points in the driving fitness register. In this incident, the truck driver could face having his driving license revoked, which could have serious consequences for him and his professional future.
Public safety in traffic
The danger to other road users caused by drunk driving is a serious issue. The incident is a reminder of the importance of responsible behavior behind the wheel. The alcohol limits serve to protect all road users and ensure that road traffic remains as safe as possible. People up to the age of 21 and novice drivers in their probationary period are even subject to an absolute ban on alcohol.
In summary, the incident on the A9 has both legal and safety consequences and an urgent appeal to road users is required to strictly avoid drinking and driving.