Police in North Swabia apprehended a fleeing scooter rider

News Article: Unidentified Passenger Fleeing Police Pursuit in Augsburg

On Monday, September 1, 2025, a dramatic police pursuit took place in the city center of Augsburg. The incident began at around 5:45 PM when a police patrol attempted to stop a motor scooter and its passengers.

The scooter, believed to be stolen, was being ridden by a 20-year-old individual who did not have a valid driver's license. Despite the signals from the police, the scooter rider initially ignored them and fled. The unknown passenger on the scooter also fled the scene.

During the chase, the scooter rider illegally overtook a car and drove on a sidewalk, potentially endangering pedestrians. The scooter rider was later apprehended, but the unknown passenger remains at large.

The Police Headquarters Schwaben North is leading the investigation and is asking for any information related to the incident. Witnesses or those who felt endangered by the driving are asked to contact the Augsburg South Police Station at 0821/323-2710.

The unknown passenger is described as a male, approximately 1.65m tall, between 15-20 years old, with a southern appearance, and dressed in black. The identity of this individual, as well as the search for him, has been unsuccessful so far.

The police are investigating the offenses of driving without a license and theft. The contact details for the Press Office at Police Headquarters Schwaben North are: Phone: 0821 323 - 1013 /-1014 /-1015, Email: [email protected].

It is important to note that the unknown passenger was not wearing a helmet during the incident, which could have potentially serious consequences. The police urge all road users to follow traffic rules and regulations for the safety of everyone on the road.

Stay tuned for updates on this ongoing investigation. If you have any information that could help, please contact the Augsburg South Police Station or the Police Headquarters Schwaben North.