Police and Prosecutor's Office of Ulm issue a joint statement regarding case A7 on the Langenau highway
In an unusual incident on the A7 motorway, a 70-year-old man was arrested for driving in the wrong direction. The incident occurred near Langenau on August 7, 2025, at around 0:02 AM.
According to a statement released by the Police Headquarters Ulm, the man was driving a Hyundai i20. He entered the motorway from the "St. Jakob" rest area and continued driving on the two-lane carriageway in the left overtaking lane. The police were able to stop the wrong-way driver before an accident occurred.
The Public Prosecutor's Office in Ulm has ordered the seizure of the vehicle and the driver's license. A warrant of arrest was issued against the suspect on suspicion of attempted manslaughter. The suspect's identity is not being publicly disclosed at this time.
Investigations into the background of the incident are ongoing. Anyone who feels threatened or may have been injured is asked to contact the Ulm Criminal Police at the telephone number 0731/188-0. For further inquiries, the Police Headquarters Ulm can be contacted via email at [email protected], or by phone at 0731/188-1111. Ayfer Kaplan-Pirl can be reached at the Public Prosecutor's Office in Ulm under the telephone number 0731/189-1115.
The official website for further information is http://www.polizei-bw.de/. The source of the content is news aktuell. It is important to note that the suspect was arrested and presented to the competent judge at the Ulm District Court.
The man drove as far as the Lonetal Ost service station in the wrong direction before he was stopped. The police are urging all drivers to pay close attention to traffic rules and signs to ensure the safety of all road users.
Read also:
- Exploring the Rich Legacy: China's Fashion Traditions in Cultural Threads Series
- Celebrate Independence Day 2025 as a Har Ghar Tiranga Representative: Receive a Badge and Certificate from the Ministry of Culture - Here's Your Guide
- Highlighting the timeless designs of Herbelin, Helios raises the bar for luxury watches in India's marketplace.
- Former Bergman accuses Holland's camping syndicate of a battle
