Weekend Alcohol Impairment while Operating E-scooters and Mopeds: Three Blood Test Samples Collected (Pol-MS)

Over the course of the weekend from the 15th to the 17th of August, police officers in Münster observed three significant incidents.

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2025 September 17 . 1:48 AM

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Weekend alcohol-fueled rides on electric scooters and mopeds confirmed by three blood tests

Weekend Alcohol Impairment while Operating E-scooters and Mopeds: Three Blood Test Samples Collected (Pol-MS)

In the city of Münster, over the weekend of 15th to 17th August, the local police force reported three separate incidents involving individuals operating a small motorbike and an e-scooter under the influence of alcohol.

The first incident occurred on Friday night (15.08., 23:44) when a 31-year-old woman was stopped by Münster Police for riding an e-scooter through a red bike light. No further details about the individual or their current condition are available.

On Saturday night (17.08., 00:26), a 43-year-old woman crashed an e-scooter on Ostmarkstraße in Mauritz. Upon stopping the woman, Münster Police detected a strong smell of alcohol, coordination issues, and slurred speech. The woman sustained serious injuries and was taken to a hospital.

The second incident took place on Sunday afternoon (17.08., 14:05) on Henriette-Son-Straße in Sentrup. A 58-year-old man was stopped for operating a small motorbike with an improperly attached license plate and an expired TÜV stamp. Officers detected a strong smell of alcohol and glassy eyes during the conversation with the man.

No further details about the third incident were provided.

Blood samples were taken from all three vehicle operators over the weekend, but the results are yet to be disclosed.

For media inquiries, please contact the Münster Police Press Office at 0251/ 275- 1010, email [email protected], or visit their website.

It is important to note that operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol is a serious offence and can lead to severe consequences. We encourage everyone to make responsible choices when using vehicles and always prioritise safety.