Serious motorcycle accident in Hohgeiß: driver and socia injured

traffic accident on the B4: Two injuries

goslar (ots)

A serious traffic accident occurred on Sunday, July 28th, 2024, at around 10:40 a.m. on federal road 4, near the L 601, towards Hohgeiß. A 57-year-old from Hamburg came off the road with his socia and fell into a ditch.

The injured and their care

In the accident, both the driver of a Yamaha and 17-year-old socia suffered serious injuries. The driver had to be flown to the Göttingen Clinic with a rescue helicopter, while the socia was transported to the Goslar hospital with an ambulance. The severity of the injuries illustrates the risks that exist in road traffic, especially for cyclists.

the property damage and the further Situation

The property damage caused by the vehicle amounts to around 3000 euros. This incident is a further indication of the dangers associated with motorcycling, especially on country roads, where there are often high speeds.

importance of the incident for traffic safety

accidents like this throw a light on the need to increase traffic safety. Motorcycles have lower visibility and less protection compared to cars, which can affect driving safety. Both drivers and socia always have to make sure to drive defensively and to adapt to the traffic conditions. Campaigns to raise awareness of road users could help reduce such incidents.