Updated announcement regarding the investigation into firearm incidents in Mülheim am Ruhr, as detailed in the joint press release shared by the Public Prosecutor's Office Duisburg and Police Headquarters Dortmund on July 20, 2025, at 5:50 a.m.
In a shocking turn of events, a police chase in Mülheim an der Ruhr on 20.07.2025 has left a 29-year-old resident of Oberhausen in critical condition. According to the Polizei Dortmund, transmitted via news aktuell, the incident began with a traffic stop in Bottrop and continued through Mülheim an der Ruhr, ending in a collision on Kleine Bruchstraße.
The police officers involved in the chase reportedly fired their weapons during the pursuit. The source also confirmed that the 29-year-old, who has been identified, ignored the officers' signals and attempted to flee.
The officers' firearms, personal equipment, and body cameras were secured during the investigation, as were the involved vehicles, including those with dashcams. Modern laser technology was used to create a precise reconstruction of the event.
In a move to ensure neutrality, the Dortmund Police Headquarters has taken over the investigation. The state prosecutor's office in Duisburg has also initiated an investigation against both officers for attempted manslaughter.
The person involved in the car chase has been identified, and for further inquiries, the public is advised to contact Polizei Dortmund at the provided phone number, email, or website.
The 29-year-old is currently receiving critical care, and the Dortmund Police Headquarters will provide press statements in coordination with the State Prosecutor's Office. The public is asked to respect the privacy of those involved during this difficult time.
