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Police pursuit ends as motorcyclist flees, concealing in forested area

Police in Dortmund, Germany - on 26th July 2025, at 11 PM - remain on standby in Dortmund.

Escaping Law Enforcement: Biker Conceals Himself in Forested Areas
Escaping Law Enforcement: Biker Conceals Himself in Forested Areas

Police pursuit ends as motorcyclist flees, concealing in forested area

On the evening of July 26, 2025, a thrilling chase unfolded on Dortmunder Straße/Kupferstraße in Lünen, Dortmund. A routine traffic stop initiated by the local police force took an unexpected turn when the motorcyclist, a 22-year-old resident of the city, sped away.

According to the police report, the motorcyclist noticed the police behind him and accelerated, disregarding the traffic rules and running a red light during his escape. The chase continued until the motorcyclist turned onto Buchenbergstraße and parked his motorcycle in a nearby parking lot.

During the chase, the motorcyclist overtook five vehicles and a police car while the light turned green, demonstrating a blatant disregard for road safety. The motorcyclist then attempted to hide from the police in the adjacent woods, but his current whereabouts remain unknown.

The motorcyclist's motorcycle, driver's license, and smartphone were seized by the police. The Dortmund Police Department is investigating the incident, which is case number 0660 in Dortmund. No further details about the motorcyclist's identity or the outcome of the police chase have been provided at this time.

It is important to note that no bystanders were put in danger during the motorcyclist's escape. The Dortmund Police Department encourages anyone with information regarding this incident to contact them. The contact for media inquiries is Annika Roß, who can be reached at 0231/132-1033 or [email protected].

The motorcyclist is facing charges of prohibited racing, specifically §315 d, under German law. However, no information about any potential charges or penalties for the motorcyclist have been mentioned at this time.

For more information about the Dortmund Police Department, visit their website at dortmund.polizei.nrw. The public is reminded to always follow traffic rules and regulations to ensure the safety of all road users.

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