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Drunk Man Drives Front Loader Through Town, Injures Passenger

A man's reckless decision to drive a front loader under the influence resulted in injuries. Authorities warn of the dangers of drunk driving.

In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are...
In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are many cars moving on the road. On either side of the road, we see grass and trees. This picture is clicked outside the city.

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A man in the Rhein-Neckar district caused a stir when he drove a front loader through town, heavily intoxicated and without a valid license. The incident resulted in injuries and is now under investigation by local authorities.

The driver, a 33-year-old man, was found to have a blood alcohol level of 3.18 per mille. He was transporting another man and a gas cylinder on the loader's bucket at the time. The passenger fell from the bucket and was struck by the machine, suffering injuries to the lower right leg and being taken to a hospital.

The man was later taken to the station to provide a blood sample. Police are investigating charges including endangering road traffic and driving without a license. Authorities in Baden-Württemberg, including the Polizei Baden-Württemberg and the Staatsanwaltschaft, are leading the investigation and will decide on further legal steps.

The incident highlights the dangers of driving under the influence. Authorities remind the public to prioritize safety and adhere to traffic laws. Updates on the case will be provided as more information becomes available.

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