Traffic Mishap: Driver Overspeeding in a Roundabout Following an Alleged Race Incident
The Rhein-Erft District Police are currently investigating a suspected case of illegal street racing that took place in Kerpen on August 27, 2020, around 8:30 PM.
According to the police, the incident occurred at the intersection of "Alte Landstraße" and Sindorferstraße, where an 18-year-old driver, behind the wheel of a Honda Civic, attempted to "drift" in a roundabout.
During the incident, the driver lost control of his vehicle and narrowly missed two pedestrians, aged 18 and 16, on a pedestrian island on "Alte Landstraße".
The driver was allegedly driving at high speed, and in the process, damaged two traffic signs. The driver's license was seized by the police, and the suspect will have to answer to charges of endangering traffic and organizing and participating in an unauthorized street race.
Police officers recorded statements from witnesses, and the accident scene was documented by the police. The traffic commissioners have taken over the further investigation.
For media inquiries, you can contact the Rhein-Erft District Police Press and Public Relations at [email protected] or call 02271 81-3305/02271 81-3309. The investigation is being reported by Police Rhein-Erft District and transmitted via news aktuell.
It is important to note that the specific driver questioned by the police for suspicion of illegal street racing and who must now appear in court for dangerous traffic obstruction and organizing and participating in an unauthorized street race is not identified in the provided search results. The public is reminded to prioritize safety and avoid engaging in illegal activities that could endanger the lives of others.
