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Region: Hattingen

Driver confuses gas and brake pedal - slightly injures himself in the process

On 18.01.2025, around 2:00 pm, a 73-year-old man from Essen attempted to turn his VW around on the grounds of the Evangelical Hospital in Hattingen. In doing so, he confused the gas and brake pedals and drove over several parking spaces, as well as a green strip.
The driver sustained minor injuries. In addition, minor damage was caused to the green area.

For further inquiries, please contact:

Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis County Police Authority
Press Office
Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis County Police Authority
Strückerberger Straße 32, 58256 Ennepetal
Phone: 02333 9166-1200 or Mobile 0174/6310227
Email: pressestelle.ennepe-ruhr-kreis@polizei.nrw.de

Original content from: Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis County Police Authority, transmitted by news aktuell

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