Serious accident on Bielefeld Jahnplatz: driver in mortal danger

Serious accident on Bielefeld Jahnplatz: driver in mortal danger

In the early Sunday morning there was a serious traffic accident in downtown Bielefeld. A Range Rover, which was occupied by five people, crashed into three trees on Jahnplatz at high speed. The impact force was so enormous that the road had to be closed for several hours.

The accident occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday. The Range Rover, occupied by five people, drove through the city center of Bielefeld at high speed. For the reason that has been unexplained, the vehicle came off the street and crashed into three trees on Jahnplatz.

The impact force was so strong that the car was significantly damaged. Rescue workers were quickly on site and had to free the trapped inmates from the vehicle. All five people were seriously injured and brought to surrounding hospitals. Nothing is currently known about the exact condition of the injuries.

Due to the accident, the Jahnplatz had to be closed for several hours. The police diverted traffic and secured the scene of the accident. The exact cause of the accident is currently still unclear. The police have started the investigation and are looking for witnesses who have observed the accident.

The Range Rover has been towed and is now examined by the investigators. It is checked whether there may be technical defects in the vehicle or whether the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Due to the serious accident and the blocking of the Jahnplatz, there were considerable traffic disruptions in the city center of Bielefeld. The police asks all road users for understanding and recommends to bypass the area.

The investigation into the exact cause of the accident lasts. The police ask witnesses who can provide relevant information to report to the local police station.

We wish the injured a quick recovery and hope that the accident can be informed to prevent possible future accidents.