Car damaged in Kaufland parking lot in Weissenburg – witnesses urgently sought!

Car damaged in Kaufland parking lot in Weissenburg – witnesses urgently sought!

No matter where you look, parking damage is an issue that concerns many drivers. There is currently another interesting report from Weissenburg. A 25-year-old driver from Treuchtlingen not only lost his purchase while shopping in Kaufland, but also had trouble with his vehicle. On Saturday, between 12:50 and 1:10 p.m., when he returned to his car, he discovered unpleasant surprises: two dents, a scratch and light dust on the driver's door. He had parked his car right next to the fence on the B2, near the pharmacy and the fitness studio, certainly not knowing that his vehicle would be affected. Unfortunately, the person responsible didn't come forward, which doesn't make the whole thing any easier. The Weißenburg police are now looking for witnesses who can provide information about the incident. Anyone who has seen anything should please call 09141/8687-0 to clarify the case. As inFranken reports, the driver's anger is understandable.

Never alone in the parking garage!

In view of such incidents, one wonders how often something like this actually happens. Did you know that more than one in five German drivers cause damage to other vehicles when parking or leaving? This is pointed out by the website [generali.de](https://www.generali.de/journal/park Schaden-RECHT-handeln-und-aerger-vermeiden). If you find yourself in the situation that your vehicle has been damaged, it is important to act correctly. First of all, you should check whether the person responsible is still on site to exchange insurance and personal data. If the person is no longer there, things can quickly become frustrating. In this case, you should look for witnesses and possibly ask to take a look at surveillance cameras. It is clear that a report should be made if the person responsible cannot be reached within 24 hours.

What should you do if you cause damage yourself?

You should also think about what you need to do if you cause parking damage yourself. This includes exchanging contact details with the injured party and notifying the police if the injured party is not on site. For minor damage, it is enough to wait 30 minutes, while for larger damage you should be patient for up to two hours. But be careful: a piece of paper with contact details is not enough - this can quickly be interpreted as a hit-and-run. Accordingly, you should definitely take the documentation of the damage seriously and take photos and a sketch of the scene of the accident.

Which insurance applies?

Another point that should not be neglected is the question of insurance coverage. Motor vehicle liability insurance covers damage to other people's vehicles, while partially comprehensive insurance does not cover parking damage. Special tariffs can help here, but they are associated with higher contributions. It is therefore advisable to be well informed beforehand and consider whether you want to bear the repair costs yourself or not.

The descriptions of a possible hit-and-run cannot be dismissed. This can have drastic consequences for the perpetrator, such as points in Flensburg, fines or even the loss of a driving license. The loss of claims settlement through motor vehicle liability insurance could also significantly exacerbate the economic consequences.

Overall, it is advisable to remain calm in such cases and to follow the appropriate procedure. So let’s stay vigilant in our parking spaces – because treating each other well pays off!