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Participant sustained injury in suspected high-speed vehicle competition

Competitive drivers in a street race within Duesseldorf resulted in a collision, causing harm to four individuals. Law enforcement agencies are currently probing whether substance abuse including alcohol and drugs played a role in the incident.

Suspected High-Speed Vehicle Collision Results in Injuries
Suspected High-Speed Vehicle Collision Results in Injuries

Participant sustained injury in suspected high-speed vehicle competition

In the heart of Düsseldorf, Germany, an unsuspecting Sunday night was disrupted by a dangerous street race. The incident, which took place in a tunnel, saw two drivers, aged 22 and 33, reportedly taking turns braking and overtaking each other in a reckless display of speed.

The collision that ensued resulted in injuries for all four occupants of the two vehicles involved. The younger driver and their passengers sustained slight injuries, while the older driver remained unharmed.

Police suspect that alcohol and drugs may have played a role in the street race, and they are currently investigating the incident. The vehicles involved in the race have been impounded as evidence.

The street race occurred overnight on Sunday, and while no new location has been mentioned, it is understood that it took place within the city limits of Düsseldorf.

As the investigation continues, the identity of the older driver remains undisclosed to the public. The authorities urge anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and help bring the truth to light.

This is not the first time such an incident has occurred in Düsseldorf, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and a renewed emphasis on road safety. The city's residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.

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