Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs on e-scooters: a toxicological perspective of public health and road safety in Leipzig, Germany.

Pascal Städter, Delen Kuntze, Jan Dreßler, Susen Becker

Background Since October 2021, it has been possible in Leipzig to rent e-scooters and to participate actively in road traffic. Since then, a large number of traffic offenses has been recorded. Aim of the study This study examines alcohol and drug use among e-scooter riders in Leipzig and the surrounding area - particularly in relation to the new legal regulations. The accidents are analyzed in detail. Materials/me…