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Shopping cart chaos in Riegelsberg: Audi A3 damaged – witnesses urgently sought!
On June 6th, 2025, a gray Audi A3 was damaged in the Kaufland parking lot in Riegelsberg. Witnesses wanted!
Shopping cart chaos in Riegelsberg: Audi A3 damaged – witnesses urgently sought!
On Friday, June 6, 2025, an incident occurred in the Kaufland parking lot in Riegelsberg that attracted the attention of the police. A witness reported damage to her gray Audi A3, which was parked between 4:00 p.m. and 4:35 p.m. The Völklingen police station was informed of the situation, which then put out a call for possible witnesses to call 06898/2020 to receive further information about the incident. The damage to the vehicle was found at the rear and on the right side of the vehicle.
Shopping carts were involved in the accident. The parking lot was slightly sloping, which, combined with the wind, made it possible for the shopping carts to roll independently. A shopping cart sat next to the damaged vehicle while two other carts lay on the opposite side. It remains unclear whether the vehicle was damaged by the shopping carts, which may indicate foul play.
Legal aspects of shopping cart accidents
According to an article by KGK Law Firm, incidents involving shopping carts in supermarket parking lots can be considered a traffic accident in the legal sense. In such cases, it is important to inform the police, as leaving the parking lot without reporting the damage can be punishable as a hit-and-run. A ruling by the Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court confirms that damage caused by shopping carts is considered a traffic accident.
Liability for damage can vary: If your own vehicle is already integrated into the traffic process, motor vehicle liability insurance applies. Otherwise, private liability insurance could be important if the car had not yet been opened at the time of the damage. Experts advise taking care when parking in a flat parking lot and always positioning shopping carts safely to avoid similar incidents.
Prevention and tips
To prevent damage caused by shopping carts, lawyers recommend using the parking brake on the shopping cart and making sure it is stable when returning the cart. Drivers can also take precautionary photos of the parking lot and any witnesses so that they are better prepared in an emergency. Have you had a similar experience or information about this incident? Please report to the police or consider legal assistance to resolve your claims.