Hospital chief dies in crash as prosecutors investigate suspected illegal race

Andreas Tiete, the 63-year-old head of Klinikum Ingolstadt hospital, died in a road crash over the weekend. Prosecutors in Landshut are investigating a 24-year-old man on suspicion of causing death in an illegal car race, BR reports.

Police say the man was driving at high speed on the A92 towards Munich on Saturday evening. At the Moosburg North junction, he allegedly struck Tiete’s car from behind on the acceleration lane. The impact reportedly sent both cars about 200 metres. Tiete was so seriously injured that he died shortly afterwards.

The 24-year-old suffered minor injuries, police said. Two teenagers travelling in his car, a 17-year-old and a 16-year-old, were taken to Klinikum Achdorf hospital with suspected traumatic brain injuries. Police said an expert was called to examine the crash scene and prepare a technical and accident-analysis report. The 24-year-old’s driving licence was seized.

Tiete, a heart surgeon and hospital manager, had led Klinikum Ingolstadt since 2017 and played a central role in reforming regional medical services. Ingolstadt Mayor Michael Kern, who also chairs the hospital’s supervisory board, expressed deep sorrow at his death. The hospital said Tiete was known for his expertise, considered approach and clear decisions.

A memorial event for hospital staff is being held on November 10, with Kern attending. Jochen Bocklet, who had shared management duties with Tiete, is now running the hospital. Tobias Bergler is taking over the medical director’s responsibilities. The hospital said patient care remains fully guaranteed.