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Negligent driver speeds towards pedestrians – police investigate!
A 20-year-old in Bremerhaven is said to have intentionally hit a pedestrian. Police are investigating a hit-and-run.
Negligent driver speeds towards pedestrians – police investigate!
There was a worrying incident in Bremerhaven that caused a stir on Tuesday. A 20-year-old is accused of intentionally hitting a 23-year-old pedestrian with his car. Loud NDR The crime occurred when the pedestrian was crossing the street. The driver turned onto the street and the two almost collided. After a short exchange of words, the man suddenly accelerated and drove towards the pedestrian, who was able to avoid the pedestrian, but was hit again when reversing.
Although the young man was hit in the leg, he was fortunately uninjured. After the incident, the driver initially left the scene of the accident, but soon returned. The pedestrian and a witness alerted the police, who arrived a short time later. The driver denied the allegations and insisted he was innocent. A breathalyzer test showed he was sober, while he refused a rapid drug test. Officers then ordered a blood sample and confiscated the suspect's vehicle and driver's license.
Hit and run and legal consequences
Hit and run, legally defined as “unauthorized removal from the scene of an accident” in accordance with Section 142 of the Criminal Code, occurs when a person involved in the accident does not fulfill their legal obligations. Such behavior makes it more difficult to identify those responsible and to settle the damage. Legal consequences can arise in the event of property damage starting at around 30 euros, or personal injury regardless of the amount Fines expert informed.
The penalties for hit-and-run can be severe and range from fines to imprisonment, especially in the case of personal injury. The situation could become serious for the driver if the allegations are confirmed. He could face a fine or even a prison sentence of up to three years if it is proven that he intentionally drove towards the pedestrian.
The search for witnesses
The police are now looking for witnesses who witnessed the incident. This could be crucial for the course of the investigation and further action against the young man. Anyone with information should contact law enforcement immediately. Such an incident not only attracts attention, but also raises questions about how to deal with conflicts on the street.
It will probably have not only legal but also personal consequences for the 20-year-old. The issue of hit-and-runs remains an important social concern that should not be ignored too lightly. BremerhavenNews24 also has further information available on this.