Intoxicated officer operating police vehicle

Drunken driver smashes through barricades in Usingen, Tauus county, ultimately colliding with an unidentified object in a Volkswagen.

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2025 September 12 . 3:39 AM

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Inebriated officer behind the wheel of a police vehicle

Intoxicated officer operating police vehicle

In the early hours of this morning, a dramatic police chase unfolded in the town of Usingen, Hochtaunuskreis. The incident began at approximately 4 a.m. when a gray SUV, later identified as a Volkswagen, was spotted driving erratically on a country road.

The driver refused to stop when signaled by a police patrol, setting off a high-speed pursuit that lasted nearly half an hour. The erratic behaviour of the SUV, combined with its refusal to stop, suggested that the driver was under the influence of alcohol.

The chase took several twists and turns, with the SUV breaking through several barriers on the road and speeding along the A5 and A661. The pursuit eventually ended in Darmstadt, specifically on Bismarckstraße, where the SUV collided with a police car.

The 59-year-old driver of the SUV was not identified in the initial report, but it was confirmed that he was under the influence of alcohol. His lack of a driver's license was due to previous convictions. In fact, the suspect was last convicted before his latest driving offense on September 29, 2024, when he was suspected of drunk driving, leading to legal proceedings starting in late 2024.

The police car was damaged in the collision, but there are no reports of any injuries. The suspect's getaway ended with another collision involving a police car, and he is now in custody.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of responsible behaviour on the roads. The authorities are urging everyone to make safe choices when driving and to never get behind the wheel if they have been drinking.