Unlicensed Polish motorist meets tragic end during police pursuit

News Article: High-Speed Police Chase in Herzogtum Lauenburg

A high-speed police chase took place in the District of Herzogtum Lauenburg, Germany, on Friday, September 2nd, 2025. The offender, who was not in possession of a valid driver's license, was initially encountered by an off-duty police officer near Geesthacht/Müssen.

According to a press release provided by Presseportal.de, the offender was driving a grey Audi. The chase ensued, involving several patrol cars, as the offender drove at high speed and recklessly overtook several vehicles, endangering bystanders. However, no third parties were injured during the incident.

The offender attempted to flee on foot after crashing into a ditch but was arrested by the police. The police interrogated the 21-year-old man from Reinbek, who is suspected in connection with the incident. Indications of possible intoxicant use before the drive were found, and a blood sample was ordered.

During the arrest, the offender sustained several injuries and required hospital treatment. Two police officers also sustained minor injuries.

Christian Braunwarth, the Public Prosecutor's Office Lübeck, and Sophie-Marie Jakobi, the Press Spokesperson for the Police Directorate Ratzeburg, are the press spokespersons for this incident. For further questions, you can contact the Police Directorate Ratzeburg - Staff / Press - Sophie-Marie Jakobi at Telephone: 04541/809-2012 or Email: [email protected].

The police are seeking witnesses to the incident in Geesthacht/Müssen on September 2nd, 2025. If you have any information, please contact the Geesthacht police station at 04152/80030 or [email protected], or the Schwarzenbek police station at 04151/88940 or [email protected].

This press release was provided by Presseportal.de (https://www.presseportal.de/blaulicht/pm/43735/6109086). Inquiries about this press release should be directed to the press office of the Police Directorate Ratzeburg.