You are overtaken by a police vehicle, which pulls in immediately in front of you. The words "BITTE FOLGEN" (PLEASE FOLLOW) appear illuminated in red on the roof. To whom does this apply?

When a police vehicle displays "BITTE FOLGEN" (PLEASE FOLLOW) in red on its roof and pulls in directly in front of you, this signal is specifically directed at you as the driver. According to German traffic rules, you are required to follow that police vehicle immediately and without delay. This instruction does not apply to all vehicles in your lane or to other emergency vehicles behind; it is a direct order for the driver being signaled. This rule ensures clear communication and safe, orderly conduct during police operations on the road.