Graffath Collision: Motorist seizes pedestrian and absconds; authorities seek potential witnesses
In the quiet town of Solingen, a hit-and-run incident occurred on a Thursday afternoon, leaving a 55-year-old woman lightly injured. The incident took place at the intersection of Tersteegenstraße and Lützowstraße.
According to reports, the pedestrian was attempting to cross Tersteegenstraße in Gräfrath at approximately 3:40 PM when she was struck by an Opel Corsa that was stationary at the intersection with Lützowstraße. The car, without stopping to assist, drove off shortly after the collision.
The traffic commission is working diligently to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident. Witnesses are urgently needed to help reconstruct the events of the incident. Anyone who witnessed the accident or has further information is asked to contact the police at 0202 / 284 - 0.
The suspect in this case is a 48-year-old man, who the police have identified as the probable driver of the Opel Corsa. The man is currently under investigation for hit-and-run. However, the identity of the suspect remains under investigation.
The traffic commission is also working to determine the exact sequence of events leading to the collision. The driver's actions following the collision are also under investigation.
The woman, following the collision, experienced physical pain and a shocking experience. Fortunately, her injuries were reported as light.
The police have initiated investigations following the hit-and-run incident and are appealing to the public for help in the investigation. The investigation is ongoing.
