Birmingham City star ‘lucky to be alive’ after drink-drive crash
Birmingham City striker Marvin Ducksch was involved in a serious three-car crash while driving under the influence of alcohol. He pleaded guilty to driving with excess alcohol and was ordered to pay compensation to the victims. Ducksch received a 14-month driving ban and a fine totaling over £20,000.
- ▪Marvin Ducksch was found to have 53mcg of alcohol in 100ml of breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35mcg.
- ▪The crash occurred on the A3400 near Henley-in-Arden after Ducksch had been drinking.
- ▪He was ordered to pay £1,000 each to the two female drivers involved in the crash.
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