Drunk Ex-Couple's Car Dispute Spirals Out of Control
Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A 20-year-old man allegedly grabbed his ex-girlfriend's steering wheel and pulled the handbrake during a dispute in a car.
- He also reportedly punched the 18-year-old, damaged vehicles outside the car, and resisted arrest.
- The man, who was intoxicated, was taken to a specialized clinic, and faces multiple charges.
A dispute between an ex-couple escalated dramatically on a road near Eigeltingen, Germany, leading to a 20-year-old man allegedly grabbing his ex-girlfriend's steering wheel and engaging in violent behavior. The incident occurred while the pair were in a vehicle, according to police reports.
The 18-year-old ex-partner was reportedly punched by the man. After exiting the car, he is accused of damaging several vehicles outside by using punches and kicks. Police stated the man was significantly intoxicated at the time of the incident.
When law enforcement arrived on Friday evening, the suspect initially fled. He was eventually apprehended in a field, but not without considerable resistance. The 20-year-old was subsequently taken to a specialized clinic for treatment.
Authorities have initiated multiple criminal proceedings against the man. The extent of the damage to the vehicles and the specific nature of the charges are expected to be detailed as the investigation progresses.
Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.