Rapid escape under laughing gas: Audi driver endangers children in kindergarten!

Rapid escape under laughing gas: Audi driver endangers children in kindergarten!

A wild chase through the Rhineland ended with an arrest for a 24-year-old Audi driver in the residential area of ​​Sankt Augustin on Thursday afternoon, June 26th. The man is suspected of driving under the influence of nitrous oxide, which not only led to his reckless driving, but also posed a dangerous situation for pedestrians, especially children in front of a kindergarten. Loud Rhenish advertising papers The Audi was reported at around 11:15 a.m. by witnesses who observed the vehicle snaking along the A59.

The police were able to locate the car on the BAB 560, but instead of stopping, the driver fled from the officers. His escape led through busy neighborhoods where he behaved like a failed race car driver. He ran red lights at high speed and endangered pedestrians in a zebra crossing, while also speeding past a group of children in front of a kindergarten. Eventually the pursuit ended in a dead end where the police were able to catch him.

Events in Cologne

The incident had already started shortly before in Cologne-Neustadt-Süd when the 24-year-old hit a 44-year-old cargo bike driver and ran away from the scene of the accident. Although he once again ignored the traffic rules, he continued his risky journey undeterred. Police discovered several bottles of nitrous oxide in the driver's vehicle; one was even connected to a mouthpiece. This raises serious concerns about his ability to drive a vehicle safely Express.

The officers revoked the driver's license and confiscated the Audi. A blood sample was also taken to confirm the drug test. The police have now launched an investigation into hit and run, dangerous interference with road traffic and unauthorized motor vehicle racing.

Legal consequences

The case raises questions about the dangers of driving under the influence of drugs. The consequences of such behavior can be serious. A similar case shows that the defendant was found guilty of endangering road traffic and leaving the scene of an accident without permission, with a fine of 2,500 euros and the confiscation of his driving license. A lasting consequence for drivers could mean that they will not receive a new driving license until six months have passed, which could also be the case in this case, according to information from Criminal justice victories.

The investigation into this incident is ongoing and affected witnesses and pedestrians must be aware of how quickly an avoidable situation can escalate. It remains to be hoped that such incidents will soon be a thing of the past.