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Chase after a wild hit-and-run on the BAB 3 near Nuremberg!
A 31-year-old fled after an accident on the A3 near Schwaig, also caused a theft and was arrested.
Chase after a wild hit-and-run on the BAB 3 near Nuremberg!
A violent incident on the BAB 3 near Schwaig b. Nuremberg caused a stir on Sunday, July 13, 2025. At around 10:30 a.m., a 31-year-old drove a Ford Transit towards Regensburg. On this section between the Nuremberg-Nord junction and Behringersdorf there were two rear-end collisions in which a BMW driver suffered minor whiplash. The total damage amounts to around 15,000 euros. Instead of taking responsibility, the driver ran away and fled on foot into an adjacent forest, as the Bavarian police reported.
During his escape, the man attacked even more brazenly: he stole a VW Golf on Rainwiesenweg while the owner was busy unloading the trunk. The stolen Golf was later found in a nearby forest. It didn't take long for the police to arrive and the 31-year-old was caught on Rainwiesenweg. A rapid test showed positive results for amphetamine, which led to a blood sample being taken on the orders of the Nuremberg-Fürth public prosecutor's office. Due to these serious violations, several investigations could now be initiated against him, including for fleeing after an accident.
Serious consequences of hit and run
Escape from an accident, or leaving the scene of an accident without permission, is a serious charge according to Section 142 of the Criminal Code. Anyone who is involved in a traffic accident and leaves the scene of the accident without clarifying their identity or waiting sufficiently is committing a crime. According to anwalt.de, there is no fixed triviality limit, although damages of around 50 euros or more can constitute an accident. The legal purpose of this regulation is to enable the identification of persons and damages in order to clarify legitimate claims.
The legal consequences are significant. If you flee an accident, you can face fines or even prison sentences of up to three years. In addition, an entry is usually made in the driving fitness register in Flensburg, which can lead to further difficulties, including the revocation of the driving license. The insurance consequences should not be underestimated: If the perpetrator flees, the motor vehicle liability insurance can assert claims for recourse up to 5,000 euros, while the comprehensive insurance usually refuses to provide benefits. This can lead to a significant financial burden, as the Hello Lawyer's advice page explains in detail.
Important information for drivers
The incident not only has legal but also personal consequences for the 31-year-old affected. If someone is convicted of a traffic offense again, it is more likely that their driver's license will be revoked. This type of incident can also impact the workplace, particularly in jobs that require a driver's license.
In order to avoid such mishaps in the future, experts advise staying at the scene of a traffic accident, informing the police and providing first aid if necessary. Leaving the scene of an accident can be considered a hit and run even if the driver later returns to the police.
Overall, it is clear: responsibility in road traffic is crucial in order to avoid legal and moral consequences. The current case reminds us all to take the rules of the road seriously.