HSV midfielder Jean-Luc Dompé has been suspended from training and match duties after a drink-driving incident, with police reporting a blood alcohol level of 1.4 per mille following a red-light stop in Hamburg.

Authorities are investigating both the alcohol incident and an accompanying E-scooter ride, which was reportedly observed by officers after he left the police station with a suspended license.

Dompé was taken to a police station, a blood sample was taken at a hospital, and his driving license was confiscated.

Bild first reported the incident; HSV stressed the seriousness of the matter and the club’s clear stance against misconduct.

The suspension comes as HSV contends with a stretch of injuries and absences, with Dompé’s absence adding to the club’s load.

The piece highlights the potential impact on Dompé and HSV amid ongoing team issues and injuries.

HSV announced the suspension after discussions with the sporting staff, citing substantial misconduct and saying further consequences will be decided after internal deliberations.

The club emphasized Dompé’s professional responsibility as a model and representative, with further disciplinary action to be determined internally.

HSV indicated that it will decide on any additional disciplinary measures after further internal consultation.

The incident comes days before HSV’s league clash with Bayern Munich, a high-profile match that could be affected by the suspension and investigations.

Dompé, 30, has a contract through 2027 and previously faced legal issues, including a 2023 hit-and-run fine; HSV has yet to decide on further consequences pending internal consultations.

The club’s leadership says everyone makes mistakes but remains committed to accountability while focusing on performance and morale.