Small truck hits cyclist in Kolsass: Driver must surrender driver's license

Course of the accident

At the scene, police conducted an alcohol test on the truck driver. The test came back positive, according to the officers. Specific values for the measured alcohol level were not given in the initial report.

The 28-year-old had to surrender his driver's license on the spot. He now faces criminal proceedings for driving under the influence of alcohol, as well as an administrative penalty. According to police, the withdrawal of his driving license for an extended period is also likely.

Consequences for the driver

Police have launched an investigation into the exact course of the accident. The investigation is also expected to determine whether, in addition to the influence of alcohol, other circumstances played a role, such as the visibility conditions at the intersection or the behavior of the cyclist at the moment of turning.

The small truck was seized in order to rule out or confirm possible technical defects as the cause of the accident. Rettenbergstraße and Tiroler Straße were partially closed for the duration of the accident investigation and the recovery of the vehicle.

Investigations ongoing

The incident is part of a series of traffic accidents under the influence of alcohol in Tyrol. In recent weeks, the Tyrol State Police Directorate has repeatedly pointed out the dangers posed by intoxicated drivers in road traffic.

The authorities are asking witnesses who observed the accident to contact the police station. Information could help reconstruct the exact sequence of the collision.