Shocking accidents and pickpockets: Eltville and Rüdesheim in focus!

Shocking accidents and pickpockets: Eltville and Rüdesheim in focus!

There were some notable incidents in the Rheingau region over the weekend that affected both traffic safety and crime statistics. A motorcycle accident has raised eyebrows, while the issue of drink-driving has been brought back into the spotlight.

On Saturday, August 9, 2025, there was a motorcycle accident in Eltville in which a 24-year-old driver of her Suzuki was injured. The accident occurred around 12:10 p.m. on Kiedricher Strasse on the corner of Bertholdstrasse. A 35-year-old VW Tiguan driver from Kiedrich turned left and overlooked the motorcyclist who had the right of way. She sustained a hand injury and had to be taken to hospital in Wiesbaden. Fortunately, the material damage was comparatively low at around 4,000 euros, and both vehicles remained drivable, so traffic was not affected. news-stadt.de reports that ...

A few hours later, on the night from Saturday to Sunday, another traffic offense was recorded. A 27-year-old Seat driver from Heidenrod came off the road in a left-hand bend on the L 3031 around midnight and crashed into a tree. Witnesses noticed that the driver was clearly under the influence of alcohol, standing unsteadily and refusing to take a breath test. A blood sample was then ordered. Here too, the amount of material damage at around 20,000 euros should not be underestimated. The driver's license was seized and the car was towed. He is being investigated for drunk driving.

Petty crime in Rüdesheim

While the police in Eltville and Heidenrod had to go out to investigate the accident, crime also increased in Rüdesheim. On Friday, August 8, 2025, between 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., there were several pickpockets on Rheinstrasse and Drosselgasse. The police are looking for witnesses and warned of the increasing scam. A 79-year-old woman from Ingelheim became a victim when her wallet was stolen from her handbag. A 70-year-old woman from the Erzgebirge district was less lucky when her wallet was stolen from her backpack. The loot from both crimes included cash as well as valuable documents and bank cards.

Drunk driving remains a problem

In view of these incidents, the issue of drunk driving unfortunately becomes relevant once again. Experts strongly warn about the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol. Even after drinking a beer, the risk of accidents can increase significantly. Alcohol is a cell toxin that negatively affects the ability to react and consciousness. The penalties for drunk driving are correspondingly harsh: driving bans and fines can be imposed if the blood alcohol level exceeds 0.5. Even with a lower value, the legal situation should not be underestimated, as novice drivers have an absolute ban on alcohol. fachanwalt.de provides further information on this.

In Taunusstein, a 31-year-old driver did not adhere to these rules and, according to witnesses, was stopped because of his unsafe driving behavior. In this case too, he refused the breath test, which led to a blood sample being taken. The investigation into drunk driving is also ongoing here.

These developments are a stark reminder of how important it is to always keep a clear head, especially when driving. Anyone planning to consume alcohol should always use public transportation or a sober driver.