Traffic accident escape in Sarstedt: Police asks for clues!

Traffic accident escape in Sarstedt: Police asks for clues!

In the night from November 15th to November 16, 2024, a shocking incident occurred in Sarstedt when an unknown road user damaged a properly parked white VW Golf and then fled. The incident happened between 10:30 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. on the street "Am Sonnenkamp". The 30-year-old injured party reported that the steering wheel side of his vehicle was pressed in large, which led to a considerable property damage of around 2,500 euros. The police are now looking for witnesses who can provide information about the fleeting driver. Anyone who has seen something is asked to report to the police commissioner Sarstedt on 05066 985-0

growing number of accidents in Germany

This incident is part of a worrying trend: the number of traffic accidents in Germany is continuously increasing. In 2022, over 2.4 million accidents were registered, an increase compared to previous years. The statistics on accidents with personal injury are particularly alarming, in which a total of 289,672 accidents were recorded in 2022, which led to 2,788 deaths. These figures illustrate urgency to increase the safety in road traffic and to draw attention to the dangers of driving.

The Hildesheim police inspection remains active and informs the public about such incidents to ensure security in the region. Stay up to date with the latest developments and register for the newsletter so as not to miss any important messages!