Dangerous fault: ghost driver stopped on A27 in Cuxhaven

Dangerous fault: ghost driver stopped on A27 in Cuxhaven

on the night of Tuesday (July 30th) there was a dangerous incident on the A27, which caused both drivers and the police. A 69-year-old man from Schwanewede drove in the wrong direction, which put numerous vehicles in danger. Witnesses reported on his dangerous driving style near Stotel when he was traveling towards Cuxhaven.

The challenge for the police

The police quickly became aware of the ghost driver and had to take measures immediately to avoid further accidents. In order to safely regulate traffic, the entrances to the highway were closed. Despite the efforts to warn the driver through a stop signals, flashing lights and sirens, the man did not respond to the attempts by the officials to stop him. It was only around 4:30 a.m., at the Altenwalde junction, managed the police to make the vehicle stop.

a warning signal for traffic safety

This incident throws a light on a bigger problem of traffic safety on motorways. Folding drivers are not only a danger for themselves, but also for other road users. It is of the greatest importance that drivers always adhere to the traffic rules and immediately inform the police in the event of uncertainties.

state of health of the driver

After the stop, the 69-year-old made the official a confused impression of what indicates possible health problems. In order to ensure his security and that of the other road users, he was handed over to relatives. The police also ask other drivers who were endangered by the behavior of the man. Information can be submitted on the telephone number of the Geestland police (04743/9280).

summarizing thoughts

This incident is an urgent reminder for all road users, attentive and responsibly. The dangers of wrong -way drivers should not be underestimated, and everyone can contribute to improving traffic safety. The cooperation between the police and the public is crucial to prevent such incidents in the future.

- Nag