Police report success

Major operation: numerous drugged drivers stopped

The result: 28 drug-impaired drivers were taken off the road (symbolic image).

(Bild: P. Huber)

As part of a major police operation in Vienna-Meidling, a large number of drug-impaired drivers were taken off the road within a few hours. This was a clear success in terms of increasing road safety in Vienna.

The Vienna police can look back on a high level of success with regard to a selective focus operation in the Vienna-Meidling area. With the support of two public health officers and a fast-track judge from the Vienna police, 28 drug drivers were taken off the road. 

85 percent of suspected cases positive
The police stopped 33 suspected impaired drivers, who were then presented to the public health officer. The shocking result: 28 drivers were found to have committed an offense. This means that around 85 percent of the suspected cases were confirmed positive.

In addition, there was one charge of refusal to undergo a breathalyzer test and under-intoxication, 16 driving license withdrawals, one arrest on suspicion of drug trafficking and seven charges of not having a driving license.  

There were 344 charges for basic traffic violations, 87 penalties were imposed when stopped. In addition, 190 alcohol tests and two breathalyzer tests were carried out. The aim of the Viennese police during such priority checks is to increase general road safety on Vienna's road network.