Serious traffic accident on L265: Fire brigade saves trapped drivers

Serious traffic accident on L265: Fire brigade saves trapped drivers

of Montabaur (ots)

traffic risk on the state road: accident illuminates security issues

On Friday, August 16, 2024, a serious traffic accident occurred on Landesstraße 265 at around 6:30 p.m., which runs between Heimborn and Mörsbach. This route is not only an important transport connection, but also a geographically demanding section of the route. The incident raised numerous questions regarding traffic safety.

difficult collision between two vehicles

The accident was triggered when a 22 -year -old driver from Heimborn drove his car towards Mörsbach. According to the police, he got onto the oncoming lane when driving a right curve due to a driving error. As a result, there was a dramatic frontal collision with an oncoming 28 -year -old driver. The impact was so violent that the 22 -year -old driver's car was thrown around several times and finally came to a standstill on the road.

savior in use

In the result, firefighters from the Hachenburg community had to intervene in order to free the trapped 22 -year -old driver. This was flown to a hospital with serious injuries. Information about his condition is not yet available. Fortunately, his two occupants and the driver of the other car pulled only minor injuries and were cared for by the German Red Cross on site.

high property damage and security concerns

Both vehicles were totally damaged by the collision. The property damage is estimated on an average five -digit sum. In view of the severity of the accident and the vehicles involved, the question arises whether preventive measures to improve traffic safety should be taken on this route. This could be done in the form of speed controls or the installation of traffic safety signs to prevent future accidents.

A call to traffic safety

The incident is a sobering example of the dangers that can lurk in road traffic. Drivers should always pay attention to their speed and drive safety -conscious, especially in curvy or difficult -to -see areas. The Montabaur police call all road users to be vigilant and respect the traffic rules in order to avoid accidents of this kind in the future

The Montabaur, press office, the Montabaur police department, is available on 02602-9226-0