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Motorcyclist under the influence, meets accident in Beckhausen

Motorcycle rider aged 20 meets accident on a slick road, with indications of sedative impairment rearising later.

Motorcycle accident due to intoxication in Beckhausen
Motorcycle accident due to intoxication in Beckhausen

Motorcyclist under the influence, meets accident in Beckhausen

In the small town of Beckhausen, a tragic incident occurred on the evening of September 17, 2025. A motorcycle rider from Gelsenkirchen, whose identity remains undisclosed in the public reports, was severely injured in an accident on Horster Straße.

The accident took place around 8 p.m., and the motorcycle rider is suspected to have lost control while riding on the wet tram tracks. It is currently suspected that the rider may have been under the influence of intoxicants at the time of the accident.

The police are urging drivers to refrain from alcohol and other intoxicating substances while driving. This warning comes in light of the ongoing investigation into the traffic accident on Horster Street in Beckhausen. The Gelsenkirchen police emphasize that driving under the influence of intoxicants not only puts oneself at risk but also all other road users.

The motorcycle rider was immediately taken to a hospital, where a blood sample was taken as part of the investigation. The driver's license of the motorcycle rider was confiscated.

The investigation into the accident is still ongoing, with the police working diligently to gather more evidence and establish the facts of the case. The public is asked to remain patient and cooperative during this time.

As the community of Beckhausen continues to support the injured rider and their family, the Gelsenkirchen police hope that this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the dangers of driving under the influence of intoxicants.

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