Düsseldorf Court Reexamines Case of Driver Who Photographed Dying Motorcyclist

The appeal seeks to overturn a suspended sentence for the driver, with prosecutors pushing for prison time and the defense arguing for acquittal.

The case involves a 42-year-old driver accused of causing a fatal accident in 2022 and photographing the dying motorcyclist instead of assisting.
In December 2023, the driver received a 10-month suspended sentence for negligent manslaughter and violating personality rights, but was acquitted of hit-and-run charges.
Prosecutors are appealing for a harsher sentence of two years and four months in prison, while the defense is seeking a full acquittal.
The driver claims she was unaware her illegal U-turn caused the accident and took the photo only to explain a delay to her employer.
A court ruling is expected after closing arguments on December 5, with the case drawing nationwide attention for its ethical and legal implications.