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Hit-and-run in Cologne: SUV runs over pedestrians and flees!
An elderly driver fled after an accident with a pedestrian in Deutz. Police are looking for witnesses. More details in the article.
Hit-and-run in Cologne: SUV runs over pedestrians and flees!
A dramatic incident occurred on Tuesday eveningDeutz, when an elderly driver was involved in a pedestrian accident and then fled. At around 4:30 p.m., the driver of a dark SUV, who is between 70 and 75 years old, was behind the wheel when he drove illegally along a footpath and cycle path near the “Deutzer Hafen” playground. He hit a 61-year-old pedestrian, whose foot was rolled over. The man then had to be treated in hospital, as Bild reports.
The accident began when the SUV driver hit a wall while turning near Alfred-Schhütte-Allee, causing damage to the passenger side of the vehicle. Despite these obvious problems, the driver decided to flee. Witnesses describe him as white-haired and wearing glasses. The escaped vehicle may have been a BMW.
Hit and run: A serious offense
The driver's fleeting reaction could not only have legal consequences, but also far-reaching effects on his driver's license. According to [anwalt.de]. No matter how small the incident seems, it can result in significant criminal penalties, including fines and loss of driving license. If damage exceeds 1,300 euros, there are even harsher penalties.
After an accident you have certain obligations. You should remain at the scene of the accident to make the necessary determinations possible. A simple note on the windshield is usually not enough. Especially in the case of serious damage, it is important not to make any statements without legal advice so as not to incriminate yourself.
Police are looking for witnesses
The Cologne police have already started an investigation and are calling on all witnesses to provide information about the incident, including the vehicle or the identity of the driver. Traffic Commissioner 2 can be contacted on 0221 229-0 or by email at poststelle.koeln@polizei.nrw.de. Every detail could help bring the runaway driver to justice.
Accidents like this fit into the overall picture of road safety, as current statistics show. Destatis emphasizes that the recording of traffic accidents is important not only for legal regulations, but also for traffic education and road construction. The data obtained provides important insights into the causes of accidents and possible improvements in transport.