Adult male, aged 46, discovered gravely wounded and subsequently succumbs to injuries - Initial update on the incident
A 19-year-old BMW driver of German-Iraqi origin is in custody following a fatal traffic accident that occurred on the evening of May 13th at the district sports facility on Überruhrstraße in Essen.
On that fateful day, a 46-year-old man was found injured on the parking lot of the sports facility. The original report of the incident was published on May 16th, and the man was rushed to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, he passed away on May 15th as a result of the injuries sustained.
The collision that injured the 46-year-old man occurred between him and a BMW 1 Series. The BMW was seized during the search, and the driver was arrested at the request of the Essen Public Prosecutor's Office on May 22nd.
The residence of the BMW driver was searched in Essen-Überruhr on the same day. The suspect is currently being held in custody and is suspected of causing grievous bodily harm resulting in death.
Investigations into the incident continue, but as of now, there is no information available about the identity or residence of the victim. The incident has shocked the local community, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the consequences of reckless driving. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.