Traffic - Suspected drunk driver with a blown tire
The 53-year-old woman was noticed by witnesses in the night on Sunday due to her extremely slow and snake-like driving with her car, according to a police statement. When she stopped, the witnesses offered their help, but the woman drove away and headed towards Cologne on the A4. By then, the police were already following her.
The woman was driving at a speed of 20 km/h, but accelerated when she noticed the police cruiser's flashing lights behind her. However, her vehicle eventually lost control in a roundabout and collided against a house wall.
It turned out that the woman could not produce a valid driver's license, as stated.
Police statement
- The incident took place in the Rhine-Erft district, specifically in the town of Kerpen, where the woman's erratic driving caused concern among local residents on Sunday evening.
- Upon receiving reports of the unusual driving behavior, the North Rhine-Westphalia police launched an investigation and started pursuing the woman's car on the A4.
- After the collision, several traffic accidents occurred due to the debris scattered on the road, causing a minor traffic jam on the busy Sunday afternoon.
- The woman was unharmed but was taken into custody for questioning about the validity of her driving documents, as the police found her tires to be worn out and potentially unsafe for road use.
- The North Rhine-Westphalia police, concerned about the risk of further traffic accidents, warned drivers to adhere to traffic rules and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, emphasizing the importance of road safety on Sundays, when traffic tends to be heavier due to leisure activities.
