Armin Laschet Accepts Penalty for Speeding Incident in Aachen
The CDU politician has withdrawn his legal objection, paid the fine, and acknowledged his actions after police found no evidence supporting his claim of being followed.
- Armin Laschet, former CDU leader and NRW Minister-President, was caught driving 97 km/h in a 50 km/h zone in Aachen in July 2024.
- Initially contesting the penalty, Laschet has now accepted the €428.50 fine, two points on his record, and a one-month driving ban.
- Laschet claimed he felt threatened and followed by unknown men, referencing past threats during his political career, which led to his speeding.
- A police investigation into his claims of being pursued found no evidence, and no criminal proceedings were initiated.
- Laschet publicly expressed regret for the incident, emphasizing that no one was endangered by his actions and describing the event as emotionally distressing.
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