Patrol stops drunk driver with 3.08 per mille on the B3

The driver will be reported for endangering road traffic due to inability to drive. The responsible authorities will be informed of the incident and will review further legal steps.

Consequences for the driver

The police pointed out that observations such as serpentine driving or other irregularities in road traffic can be reported at any time via the emergency number 133. Such tips could help recognize and prevent dangerous situations at an early stage.

The exact time of the check and the identity of the driver were not published in detail by the police. There is also no information so far on possible subsequent damage or accidents caused by the risky drive.

Legal consequences

The investigations into the exact course of the drive and any other persons involved are ongoing. The police expect a report for driving in a condition that causes a danger to road traffic.

The B3 is an important traffic connection in the Mostviertel. Incidents involving drunk drivers occur repeatedly on this route, which is why the police are conducting increased checks.

Impact on road traffic

The police emphasized that even a value of 0.5 per mille can significantly impair the ability to drive. At 3.08 per mille, it is a value associated with massive symptoms of impairment.

The man will have to answer in court after the investigations are completed. In addition to a fine, he faces the revocation of his driving license for several years.