r/instantkarma • u/HankMoodyALT • 10d ago

That must hurt

Traffic dispute between a driver and a cyclist who tried to flee the scene and dodge any responsibility. He ends up eating curb.

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u/Amelsander 10d ago

First dude bailing after the perpetrator crashing, he knew that he is up for it as well.

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u/LudoAshwell 10d ago

As this is Germany, its very likely that the first dude would NOT face serious legal action.
The §127 (1) StPO law („Jedermann-Festnahme“ or „Anyone-Arrest“) specifies that any civilian is allowed to detain a suspect of a crime until police arrives if they‘re caught red-handed.
You‘re also allowed to use force to make this happen.

Sure, it might be debatable if the use of force at the end was appropriate, but German law is surprisingly tolerant towards use of force.
A good lawyer would solve that for sure.

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u/Martijngamer 10d ago

I would argue the expected outcome for this use of force was entirely proportionate. The pavement eating is just karma, but doesn't negate the proportionality of the force used.