Accident Escape: Insufficient Signage Leads to Confusion
In the heart of Greifswald, a hit-and-run incident occurred in Makarenkostrasse, resulting in significant damage to a parked Opel car. The estimated cost of the damage is 2,000 euros. However, the driver of the vehicle involved, a Toyota, left only a note on the damaged car, which is not allowed in Germany.
The note may easily be overlooked, blown away, or get wet, leaving the aggrieved party without knowing who is responsible for the damage. It's also possible that the data provided in the note might be incorrect.
If you find yourself in a similar situation, it's essential to remember that leaving only a note can make you liable for punishment in a hit-and-run incident. According to § 142 StGB, leaving a note is not sufficient.
After an accident, you should stop immediately, secure the accident scene, check for injuries, and provide help if needed. Then, exchange personal data (name, address, driver's license, vehicle registration, and insurance information) with other parties involved. You must stay at the accident site until the police or other authorities permit leaving. If serious injury or significant damage has occurred or if there is any dispute about the accident, the police must be informed immediately.
In case of an accident, you are required to report it to the relevant insurance within one week to fulfil your legal obligations. For guidance on reporting an accident, you can contact the Police Inspectorate Anklam Press Office, which can be reached at 03971 251 3040 or by email at [email protected]. The contact person is Kimberly Schätzchen.
The incident was originally transmitted by the Police Inspectorate Anklam via news aktuell, and the website for more information is http://www.polizei.mvnet.de. It's a reminder to all drivers to take responsibility and follow the law in case of an accident.
