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Drunk cyclist falls in Uhingen: head injury and police shock!
A 73-year-old cyclist falls off his bike while drunk in Holzhausen. The police warn against the influence of alcohol while cycling.
Drunk cyclist falls in Uhingen: head injury and police shock!
On Tuesday, August 7, 2025, a remarkable incident occurred in Holzhausen that illustrates the dangers of cycling under the influence of alcohol. According to filstalwelle.de, a 73-year-old cyclist fell on the sidewalk and bike path on Schorndorfer Straße around 2 p.m. The man suffered a minor head injury but was not wearing a helmet - a negligence that significantly increases the risk of injury in such situations.
When the police subsequently recorded the accident, it turned out that the cyclist had over two per mille of alcohol in his blood. The emergency services took him to a nearby clinic where he had to give a blood sample. The legal consequences of the incident are significant: the cyclist must expect criminal charges.
Legal framework and dangers
In Germany there are clear regulations regarding the ability of cyclists to drive under the influence of alcohol. According to adac.de, driving with a per mille limit of up to 1.6 is permitted, but exceeding this limit means that the cyclist is considered absolutely unfit to drive and is liable to prosecution. From just 0.3 per mille, alcohol-related impairments such as falls or snaking are recognized as grounds for criminal liability.
Of particular concern is the fact that alcohol impairs your sense of balance, which, when combined with cycling, can lead to dangerous falls. The police therefore strongly warn against driving under the influence of alcohol and recommend that you always cycle sober.
Consequences for those affected
This incident could have serious consequences for the 73-year-old cyclist. From an alcohol concentration of 1.6 per mille, the law provides for severe penalties, which include a fine of around 30 daily rates and two points on the driving fitness register in Flensburg. In addition, a medical-psychological examination (MPU) could be ordered, even if the person concerned does not have a driver's license.
It is worth noting that intoxicated pedestrians pushing a bicycle are not subject to a criminal offense unless they exhibit alcohol-related impairment. These regulations were introduced to increase road safety and prevent serious accidents on the road.
The incident in Holzhausen is a clear wake-up call to take the dangers of drinking alcohol while cycling seriously. Responsible use of alcohol can protect not only the lives of cyclists themselves, but also those of other road users. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid alcohol before cycling.