Rollator accident in Hohen Neuendorf: Process ends with fine!

Rollator accident in Hohen Neuendorf: Process ends with fine!

In a current trial at the Neuruppin district court, the fate of a 28-year-old was treated for negligent killing. The presiding judge Jörn Kattenstroth headed the appeal procedure after the young woman was sentenced to a fine of 4,500 euros in November 2022. The accused made an appeal against the judgment and wanted to contest the decision.

The incident that led to this process occurred on September 26, 2022, when the woman merged when turning a 77-year-old who crossed the street with a rollator. According to reports, the driver had only looked to the left when turning and the pedestrian had not noticed. This was seriously injured in the accident and finally had to move to a nursing home. Tragically, she died on April 19, 2023 of pneumonia, which was regarded as a late consequence of the accident.

legal situation on negligent killing

negligent killing is defined in German law in accordance with § 222 StGB and is often relevant in road traffic. This crime exists if a road user kills a person without a intention to kill due to violating the necessary care. The criminal offense ranges from fines to imprisonment from up to five years. Such a killing can also be done by simply disregarding traffic rules, which played a role in this case. Passion like negligent killing can lead to withdrawal of the driver's license and have far -reaching consequences for the people concerned.

In the present case, the public prosecutor's office initially took back a criminal order for negligent bodily harm after the accident victim had passed away. The accused did not have the opportunity to react to the original penalty order. Before the court, judge Kattenstroth expressed concerns that a new main procedure would be an additional burden for everyone involved.

procedure set

In the end, the public prosecutor's office and the defense agreed to temporarily stop the proceedings against a payment of 900 euros to the German air rescue. In addition to this payment, the accused must also bear their own costs and that of the co -lawsuit. The responsible representative of the co -action expressed concerns about the insight of the accused in the case and the associated legal steps. With this agreement, the procedure was legally terminated, which should mean relief for everyone involved.

Such a case impressively shows the tragedy, which can result from traffic accidents, as well as the complex legal framework that exists in connection with negligent killing. Negotiations have an impact on the perpetrator, but also on the bereaved of the victim who have to live with the loss.

Further details on the legal definition of negligent killing and your criminal consequences can be found on the pages of Busseldkatalog and BBR LEGAL .