20-year-old charged with negligent homicide after fatal Tilst crash

A 20-year-old man faces charges of negligent homicide after a fatal car crash in Tilst, Denmark, on Tuesday evening. The vehicle, reportedly pursued by police, collided with a house, killing a 64-year-old woman inside. Four men were in the car and were arrested at the scene; none sustained injuries. Residents of the house also escaped serious harm.

The Independent Police Complaints Authority (DUP) is investigating the incident, as is standard procedure when a death or serious injury occurs during police intervention. The Ministry of Justice has acknowledged the tragedy, with Minister Nicolai Wammen stating his condolences for the deceased and their family, and affirming his intent to await the DUP's findings.

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He is charged under section 241a of the penal code concerning traffic fatalities.

Images from the scene show the damaged house, with boards covering the impact area, and the car having been removed. The investigation is ongoing, with the suspect scheduled for a preliminary hearing at the Aarhus Court.

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I am deeply touched by the tragic accident in Tilst late last night. My thoughts go to the deceased and the relatives. The case has now been transferred to the Independent Police Complaints Authority, and I will await their work.