Drivers injured passers -by at Festival in Lower Bavaria

Drivers injured passers -by at Festival in Lower Bavaria

accident at the festival "Donau in Flames" in Vilshofen - six passers -by

In a shocking situation at the popular festival “Donau in Flames” in Vilshofen in the Passau district, six passers -by were injured by a fleeing driver at the weekend. The victims who looked at the fireworks were unexpectedly victims of a tragic accident that abruptly interrupted the festive mood.

car loses control and meets the group of passers -by

A 24-year-old driver who was on the run from the police lost control of his vehicle when he tried to avoid a control. When turning, the car suddenly drifted to the right, which made a group of passers -by who were at the event. Among the injured were also five children who were involved in the terrible incident.

serious injuries and shock moments

The police announced that at least four of the passers -by were seriously injured, while previously there was talk of three medium -heavy and three slightly injured people. The exact nature and severity of the injuries were not yet determined at the time, but in the middle of the hustle and bustle there were moments of shock and concern for the injured.

car rest in cul -de -sac, driver flees on foot

After the accident, the driver continued his escape and hid in a dead end in Vilshofen. From there he fled on foot, but was arrested by the police shortly afterwards. However, when he was arrested, he made resistance and injured two officials before he was taken into custody.

community stands together in the crisis

The "Danube on Flames" festival usually attracts many thousands of visitors who indulge in the spectacle of the fireworks. But on this evening the exuberant mood was clouded by the tragic incident, which made it clear how quickly the feast of the community can become an unexpected crisis. The focus was on solidarity and support for the injured, while the organizers and visitors were supported by each other in this difficult time.

- Nag