Accident in Riegel a.k.: Vehicle damages fields - witnesses urgently wanted!

accident in Riegel a.k. causes considerable harvest damage to crops

Freiburg (ots)

on Friday evening, 09.08.2024, it occurred on the L105 in Riegel a.K. to an unfortunate incident that resulted in not only property damage, but also harvest losses. A vehicle driver had strayed from the street at high speed in a long curve and caused considerable damage in a field.

Details of the incident

At 10:24 p.m., the police reported the incident in which the unknown driver from Kenzingen was traveling towards Forchheim. Probably due to an unsuitable speed, the driver lost control of his vehicle, which then drove into a planted field. The damage ran over a length of about 50 meters and amount to several hundred euros.

The effects on the community

The incident not only caused material damage, but also has an impact on local agriculture. The damaged crops are a considerable economic burden for the affected farmer. Such accidents can affect farmers' trust in traffic safety, especially in agricultural zones, where the risk of traffic uncertainties is high.

unauthorized departure from the scene of the accident

After the incident, the driver took his vehicle out of the dust without taking care of the damage. This ruthlessness could make the search for resilient witnesses all the more urgent to clarify the responsibility of the driver.

call for help

The Emmendingen police ask the public for support. Witnesses who have observed the incident or can provide useful information are asked to report on 07641/5820. Any information could be crucial to hold the person who caused the accident and to remedy the damage incurred.