Police in Unna County, Unna, are carrying out efforts to reduce accidents by focusing on the primary causes: excessive speed and distraction from mobile phone use.

The Circular Police Authority Unna has issued a statement following a county-wide control day on August 20, 2025, aimed at combating speeding and distraction due to mobile phones. The authority conducted checks from 06:00 to 14:00, but did not specify the total measures taken during the day.

During the control day, a road user was caught speeding at a checkpoint in Selm. The individual was driving at 83 km/h in a 50 km/h zone outside of built-up areas, resulting in a fine of 150 euros and one point in Flensburg.

At another checkpoint in Schwerte, a car with stolen license plates was discovered, leading to a chase. However, despite immediate pursuit measures, the unknown driver could not be apprehended. The identity of the suspect remains unknown in the available information.

The Circular Police Authority Unna emphasizes that any person causing harm in public traffic through reckless driving is unacceptable. The authority will continue to enforce violations related to reckless driving.

For editorial inquiries, the Circular Police Authority Unna has a press and public relations department. The contact person is Nadine Richter, and the phone number is 02303-921 1152. The email address for inquiries is [email protected]. The authority's website can be found at https://unna.polizei.nrw.

Outside of office hours, the Circular Police Authority Unna can be reached through the Control Center. The phone number for this service is not provided in the statement.

The Circular Police Authority Unna remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of the public on the roads. They encourage all road users to drive responsibly and to put safety first.