Illegal car racing in Gelsenkirchen: Police are looking for witnesses!

Illegal car racing in Gelsenkirchen: Police are looking for witnesses!

26.07.2024 - 12:52

police Gelsenkirchen

dangerous car racing in Gelsenkirchen: A call to report witnesses

in Gelsenkirchen, especially in the Bulmke covers district, there was a worrying situation on Wednesday evening, July 24, 2024, when two young drivers acted in dangerousness during a suspected illegal car racing. The incidents occurred around 9:30 p.m. when passers-by observed how two highly motorized Mercedes vehicles from a supermarket parking lot on Brusselser Straße took off at excessive speed.

The consequences for the residents

The ruthless drivers not only caused excitement, but also clearly endangered the security of uninvolved third parties. A family had to stop abruptly with their stroller to avoid a collision on a crosswalk. An older person was also outraged by the irresponsible behavior of the drivers and reported accordingly. Such incidents throw a light on the problem of the illegal street races and their effects on the community. This type of behavior is not only a danger for the drivers themselves, but especially for citizens who are dependent on the streets in everyday life.

Investigations by the police

The Gelsenkirchen police have now started the investigation into this incident. The two suspicious drivers, an 18-year-old from Gelsenkirchen and a 19-year-old from Bochum, were later found on Europastraße with their vehicles. The officials not only secured their cars, but also initiated criminal proceedings against the two young men. The identification of other witnesses plays a crucial role in the clarification of this type of incident. The police therefore call up everyone present who have information about the drivers or the race.

The police asks for help

Everyone who has witnesses the incident or have information are called to report to the traffic commissioner on 0209 365 6226 or at the control center on 0209 365 2160. This type of commitment to the public is crucial to ensure safety in road traffic and to prevent similar dangerous situations in the future. The police are actively committed to raising awareness of the dangers of illegal car racing and will continue to fight for more security on Gelsenkirchen's roads.

Please ask:

police Gelsenkirchen
Merle Mokwa
Telephone: +49 (0) 209 365-2010 to 2015
Email: pressestelle.gelsenkirchen@polizei.nrw.de

Original content from: police Gelsenkirchen, transmitted by News Aktuell

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