Teenager Injured in High-Speed Moped Pursuit with Police in Friedland, Germany
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A 17-year-old male sustained a minor wrist injury after a reckless pursuit with law enforcement in Friedland, Germany, on January 23rd, 2026. The incident, involving a modified Simson moped, is now being investigated as a potential illegal street race and a case of driving without a valid license.
high-Speed Chase Through Friedland
According to a statement released by the Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters, officers initially encountered the moped driver between the towns of Salow and Friedland at approximately 9:50 p.m.When officers signaled their intent to conduct a routine check, the driver allegedly accelerated, initiating a dangerous attempt to evade authorities.
The driver proceeded to navigate the town of Friedland at an estimated speed of 80 km/h (approximately 50 mph),disregarding repeated stop signals from pursuing officers. The pursuit continued until police strategically positioned their patrol car ahead of the moped and attempted to slow the vehicle down.
Collision and Investigation
Despite the officers’ efforts, the driver continued to attempt an escape, ultimately colliding with the police vehicle and falling from the moped. He sustained a slight injury to his right wrist. authorities have impounded the Simson moped for further technical examination, suspecting modifications that may render the driver ineligible to operate the vehicle legally. The incident is also being investigated as a potential illegal street race.
“The driver was determined to continue his escape,” stated a police spokesperson. The pursuit began when the driver refused a routine traffic stop between Salow and Friedland, accelerating away from officers.the driver then led police on a chase through Friedland, reaching speeds of 80 km/h (50 mph) before colliding with a police vehicle, resulting in minor injuries to the driver.
Damage and Contact Data
The collision resulted in an estimated €1,000 in damages to both the police patrol car and the moped.Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters Operations Control Center/Police Leader on Duty at +49 395 5582 2223 or via email at [email protected]. Further inquiries can also be directed to the press offices in Stralsund, Anklam, or Neubrandenburg during office hours.
Original content from: Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters, transmitted by news aktuell.
