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Rapid blockade in Habenhausen: Police stop illegal speeding cars!
Two drivers in Bremen accelerate to over 130 km/h on the Karl Carstens Bridge. Police are investigating illegal racing.
Rapid blockade in Habenhausen: Police stop illegal speeding cars!
In Bremen, the police have once again uncovered an illegal car race. Two men, 20 and 38 years old, were caught traveling at speeds of over 130 km/h on the Karl Carstens Bridge, also known as the “Strawberry Bridge”. The permitted speed there is only 50 km/h. The officers have filed a criminal complaint against the two speeders because there is suspicion of an illegal car race buten and within reported.
Illegal car racing always captivates people, especially young men between the ages of 18 and 35. Reasons such as adrenaline, self-expression and social pressure are often the drivers. However, it is known that such races not only endanger the lives of the participants, but also those of uninvolved third parties. A race like this often ends with serious traffic accidents and extensive damage to property, which makes the phenomenon a serious danger on the road. These risky activities usually take place on public streets and can have fatal consequences, such as MPU in Schwerin shows.
Legal consequences and penalties
The legal framework for illegal racing has become stricter since the law was tightened in 2017. Illegal car racing is no longer regulated as an administrative offense but as a criminal offense. The penalties can be drastic: Participants face up to two years in prison, and in the case of personal injury, even up to ten years. In addition, driving license revocation and obligations to undergo medical-psychological examinations (MPU) are possible consequences, which are shown by ACV informed.
Participation in such races not only has legal consequences, but can also have far-reaching financial consequences. If an accident occurs, liability insurance may cover damages to third parties, but the driver may have to hold himself financially harmless. If grossly negligent behavior occurs, the fully comprehensive insurance can even refuse the benefit entirely. Uninvolved third parties can also claim damages from the perpetrator through a civil lawsuit, which further increases the legal risks for the participants.
The topic is also present in the media, with NDR recently mentioning the problem of illegal car racing. Despite the harsh penalties, the phenomenon remains a minor issue on the streets of northern Germany. The claim that speeders repeatedly find themselves in this danger due to social media and peer pressure demonstrates the need for intensive education and prevention measures.