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Motorcyclist falls in a curve
On October 4th, 2024, shortly after 3:30 p.m., a 17-year-old young man from Poppenricht drove his motorcycle on St 2164 in the direction of Schwend. Between Schwenderöd and Schwend, the young driver left the road in a left-hand bend for unknown reasons. Two oncoming first responders saw the driver lying in the ditch and called the emergency services.
The man was lucky in misfortune and was with the Accident Only slightly injured, but had to be treated at a local hospital as a precaution. The motorcycle was badly damaged in the accident. The material damage is estimated at around 5,000 euros. The St 2164 had to be completely closed for around 30 minutes by the Illschwang and Schwend fire departments for the rescue and mountain operations.
Bicycle stolen from carport
In the period from October 1st, 2024, 5:00 p.m. to October 3rd, 2024, 5:00 p.m., a previously unknown perpetrator stole a suspended green mountain bike secured with a combination lock from a carport in Etzelwang. The value of the bike was estimated at 1,500 euros. The police will receive information about a perpetrator on 09661/87440.
Drink driving
On Saturday evening, October 5th, 2024, a Romanian citizen was subjected to a general traffic check. The officers deployed smelled alcohol. A voluntary breath alcohol test was positive, which is why the person concerned was taken to the Waldmünchen police station. The breath alcohol test carried out there, which can be used in court, also confirmed the suspicion. Administrative offense proceedings were initiated against the driver. He faces a driving ban and a fine.
Driving without a license and insurance
Also on Saturday evening, October 5th, 2024, a Polish citizen was subjected to a border check. The officers discovered that the driver of the vehicle did not have a driver’s license. In addition, the accused’s car was not insured. The driver is now being investigated for driving without a license and violating the Compulsory Insurance Act.
Carrying prohibited weapons
On Saturday, October 5th, 2024, several prohibited items were again found during checks on the B299 federal highway in the Waldsassen area. A 16-year-old from the Mannheim area was carrying a prohibited target projector for firearms. A 20-year-old from the Esslingen district had a one-hand knife with him ready to use. A banned stun gun was found on an 18-year-old from the Ludwigsburg district. All items were confiscated. Charges are filed against the owners under the Weapons Act.
Prevented drunk driving
After a visit to the disco for a 21-year-old in the early hours of October 6th. and ended up with an alcohol level of 1.34 ‰, he went to his vehicle, got in and was just about to start the engine and drive off when the police arrived and stopped him from driving. If the gentleman had driven off, not only his vehicle key but also his driver’s license would have been confiscated and charges of drunk driving would have been filed.
Accident caused while under the influence of alcohol
On Saturday at 3:40 p.m., a Burglengenfeld PI patrol was called to a traffic accident on Bahnhofstrasse in Bruck. A woman rammed two parked cars. On site, the officers discovered that the person who caused the accident was showing significant signs of failure. An alcohol test showed 2.62 per mille. Witnesses also stated that the woman actually wanted to leave the scene of the accident and was prevented from doing so. A blood sample was ordered from the 60-year-old, who said she had only drunk one beer. Her driver’s license was also confiscated. The material damage caused by the accident is estimated at around 18,000 euros.
Assault due to parked car
On October 4th, 2024 at around 8:15 p.m. there was a dispute in Stamsried between a 26-year-old, a 33-year-old and a 41-year-old man regarding a parked car. During the course of the dispute, the 26-year-old hit the 41-year-old. year olds. When his companion intervened and wanted to settle the argument, the 26-year-old also hit him. The two men were slightly injured. The 26-year-old aggressor is now facing charges of assault.
Riding an e-scooter without insurance cover
During the patrol in the urban area of Weiden idOPf. on Saturday morning the police officers… Police inspection Weiden idOPf. An e-scooter that was driving on Nikolaistrasse was found to have no insurance license plate. During the subsequent check, drug-typical abnormalities were also detected in the driver. A rapid drug test carried out on the 19-year-old driver was positive.
The police officers prevented the uninsured e-scooter from continuing its journey. In addition, a blood sample was ordered from the driver of the vehicle. The road user can now expect a criminal complaint under the Compulsory Insurance Act for driving on an e-scooter despite no insurance cover, as well as a complaint under the Road Traffic Act for driving a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs.
Driving under the influence of alcohol
On October 5th, 2024, around 9 p.m., a 38-year-old man was subjected to a traffic stop in his car on Kallmünzer Straße. During the check, it was discovered that the driver was under the influence of alcohol. An investigation is being initiated against the man for drunk driving. Further travel was stopped accordingly.
