Styria: Three Injured in Accident with Drunk Driver

According to the State Police Directorate of Styria, the 39-year-old Styrian was traveling at a speed of 170 km/h on the expressway when he collided with the car of a 34-year-old Viennese in front of him in Fohnsdorf, in the Murtal district. Both drivers and the 34-year-old passenger of the Viennese sustained injuries.

Total Damage to Both Cars After Accident with Drunk Driver in Styria

Fohnsdorf. According to the authorities, the collision was so severe due to the high speed that both vehicles veered off the right side of the road, and the accident scene stretched over approximately 150 meters. The car of the 39-year-old overturned and came to rest on its roof, while the car of the 34-year-old came to a stop in a field facing the opposite direction.

After the accident, the police found the 39-year-old to be heavily intoxicated and temporarily confiscated his driver's license. He will be charged with driving under the influence and suspected negligent bodily harm. He was able to leave the hospital after outpatient treatment, as was the second driver, while the passenger was admitted for inpatient care. Both vehicles were totaled.

(APA/Red)

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