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Abandoned Car in Carinthia Remains Roadside as Legal Hurdles Block Removal

Officials say state road managers need insurer approval before they can tow a privately owned vehicle.

Overview

  • A weathered black car has sat beside the busy stretch between Lendorf and Möllbrücke for nearly two weeks.
  • Police ruled out a crash, saying the car “suddenly stood there” and the owner has not been found.
  • Officers say towing is not allowed for legal reasons, and the state road authority reports it still has no authorization to remove the vehicle.
  • Authorities first linked the car to a Slovenian driver based on its plates, which were later taken off and make tracing the owner harder.
  • A warning triangle now marks the spot, yet the car remains a hazard on a busy route until the insurance association clears a tow.