Upon a non-registered vehicle, the regulatory body from the vehicle's nation of origin will issue a confirmation of compliance with their domestic regulations, based on the laws of their home country.
In a recent incident, two Audi RS3s were caught engaging in a high-speed race on Graf-Adolf-Straße in Düsseldorf. The drivers, a 24-year-old from Geilenkirchen and a 28-year-old from Neuss, were driving side by side, accelerating sharply to approximately 100 km/h.
The initial pursuit proved challenging for the patrol team, but they were eventually able to catch up to the two vehicles at the intersection of Graf-Adolf-Straße and Königsallee. Upon stopping and inspecting the cars, investigations regarding the illegal street race are now ongoing.
The 24-year-old driver from Geilenkirchen was found to have an outstanding warrant for driving without a valid license. During the inspection, he also provided false personal information, a criminal offence under German law. Furthermore, he was in possession of an imitation firearm, which is against his prohibition on carrying weapons.
The 28-year-old from Neuss is suspected of involvement in the illegal street race. A criminal complaint has been filed against him, and further investigations are expected to determine the extent of his involvement.
It is worth noting that participating in illegal street racing, driving without a license, providing false personal information, and possessing an imitation firearm are all serious offences in Germany. The penalties for these offences can include fines, driving bans, imprisonment, and potentially the impounding or confiscation of the vehicles involved.
These penalties align with sections of the German Criminal Code (Strafgesetzbuch, StGB) and the Road Traffic Act (Straßenverkehrsgesetz, StVG), but can vary based on case specifics. For exact penalties, consulting the German Penal Code or official legal resources is recommended.
As this case unfolds, it serves as a reminder of the serious consequences that can arise from reckless and illegal behaviour on our roads. Drivers are urged to respect traffic laws and drive responsibly to ensure the safety of all road users.
The event, initially categorized as general-news due to the high-speed chase, has evolved into a crime-and-justice case with the discovery of an imitation firearm and false personal information provided by one of the drivers. On the sports front, the cars involved – Audi RS3s – are known for their impressive speed and performance, but their use in an illegal street race has drawn attention for all the wrong reasons.
