Chased Vehicle Stopped, Witness Called: Political Update

In an unprecedented incident on the A2 highway towards Hannover on September 1, 2025, a 53-year-old driver from the Altenburger region was arrested for resisting police measures.

The incident began when the police attempted to pull over a vehicle near BS-Hafen, but the driver refused. The pursuit that followed saw the driver exceeding 200 km/h, tailgating and passing vehicles on the right, and slowing down almost to a stop on the middle lane, causing traffic congestion.

The police, with the assistance of additional officers from the Hannover police directorate, managed to block the driver's escape at the exit. Two truck drivers played a significant role in the operation, one moving his tractor-trailer to the left lane, and the other positioning his truck to the right of the fleeing Skoda Octavia.

The driver, who was reported to be intoxicated during the incident, attempted to escape via the Varrelheide rest area in the Hannover region. However, he was eventually apprehended by the police. A blood sample was taken from the driver, confirming his intoxication.

The driver now faces charges of illegal street racing, endangering traffic, and coercion. The police are also seeking witnesses who felt threatened or endangered during the chase and ask them to contact the highway police at 0531-476 3715.

For further inquiries, the Braunschweig Police Press Office can be contacted at 0531/476-3032, -3033, and -3034, via email at [email protected], or on their website.

The original content of this article is from Braunschweig Police, transmitted via news aktuell. The police are also looking for the two truck drivers who played a significant role in the operation.

It is important to note that such reckless behaviour not only endangers the lives of the driver and other road users but also causes unnecessary delays and inconvenience to other motorists. We urge everyone to drive responsibly and adhere to the traffic rules for a safer road environment.