BMW thief on the escape of the accident in Hamm: Police are looking for witnesses!

BMW thief on the escape of the accident in Hamm: Police are looking for witnesses!

Hamm-Bockum-Hövel (ots)

In Hamm-Bockum-Hövel, an incident occurred that ended very annoying for the owner of a gray BMW. Between Friday, September 6th, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, September 7th, at 1 p.m., the car parked on Schwabenstrasse was damaged by a previously unknown person. This escape escape, as they are called, is not only an inconvenience, but also a financial loss for the owner.

The return to your own parking position brought an unpleasant surprise: fresh damage could be seen on the front bumper of the affected vehicle. These can often be very expensive for laypersons, so that the estimated property damage in this case is around 1,500 euros. Such incidents are not uncommon in residential areas, but often the identity of the polluter remains in the dark.

The importance of testimony

The police have started the investigation in this case and asks to report possible witnesses. Notes from people who have observed the incident or have information about the fleeting are of great importance to clarify the damage. The Hamm police can be reached both on 02381916-0 and by email at information .hamm@polizei.nrw.de. Every hint can help to find the person responsible and to clarify the consequences of his act.

Accident escape are among the most common traffic offenses and not only have legal consequences for the perpetrator, but also emotional effects on the injured party. It is frustrating to have ownership that was damaged by another ruthless behavior of another, without having the opportunity to hold the corresponding perpetrator into account.

The fact that such incidents are often not informed causes many injured party to claim their insurance companies, which in turn can increase the insurance premiums. In addition, the question arises how irresponsible some road users behave if they simply ignore the damage they cause.