Drunk drivers ram Hanauer Schwanenbrunnen: 55,000 euros in damage!

Drunk drivers ram Hanauer Schwanenbrunnen: 55,000 euros in damage!

In the darkness of the night on June 15, 2025, a bizarre accident occurred in Hanau, which not only caused excitement, but also damaged a piece of history. A 38-year-old driver lost control of his Seat around 1:50 a.m. in the roundabout on Gustav-Hoch-Straße. He crossed a strip of green and landed in the pool of the historic Schwanenbrunnen, which dates from the 19th century. This fountain is the only preserved of its kind in Hanau and was affected considerably in the impact. The damage amounts to an estimated 55,000 euros, which the local population fulfills with regret.

The driver was in an alcoholic state at the time of the accident. The police took his driver's license into official custody, and blood sample was carried out. Criminal proceedings were initiated against him. As op-online, another drunk driver also put a motorway connection in Offenbach that night. This throws a dreary light on traffic safety in the region.

consequences of an accident under the influence of alcohol

Accidents of alcohol or drug influence are not only dangerous, they also result in serious legal consequences. According to the [Kotz law firm] (https://www.ra-kotz.de/verkehrsunfall-Und- alcohol- or drug influence- fuer-damage-and-strip law.htm), this incidents are considered criminal offenses. The punishments can range from fines and license withdrawal to prison terms. In addition, damaged third parties can claim the person who caused the accident directly against the person who caused the accident or his liability insurance.

Another part of the consequences are civil liability that comes into play here. These include material damage, such as repair costs, as well as intangible damage, such as pain and suffering. As the statistics of the Federal Statistical Office show, there were falling, but still worrying numbers on alcohol -related traffic accidents in Germany from 1995 to 2023. It remains to be hoped that such incidents such as those in Hanau will help to further raise awareness of alcohol at the wheel. The current statistics that can be accessed shows how important it is to act responsibly. [Statista] (https://de.statista.com/statistik/studie/459049/umfrage/anzahl-der- alcohol-related-verfaelle-deutschland/) provides meaningful data.

The events of the previous night are a clear call to all road users to be careful. The historical importance of the Schwanenbrunnen and the well -being of the fellow human beings must never be jeopardized! Everyone has it in hand to ensure safety in road traffic. So let's see that we can enjoy our streets without such incidents.