Cow accident in Wackersberg: Injured and dead animals in crash!

Cow accident in Wackersberg: Injured and dead animals in crash!

An unusual and serious traffic accident occurred last Saturday evening in Wackersberg, where a 26-year-old driver from Wolfratshausen collided with a cow. The incident happened around 8 p.m. when the cow suddenly crossed the road and there was a serious impact. The driver, who was traveling towards Bad Tölz, was only able to partially prevent a catastrophe by braking hard, but the 26-year-old driver from Miesbach behind him was not able to react in time. Their force brought the Wolfratshauser's vehicle into contact with the cow and then into oncoming traffic.

The collision had serious consequences: both the Munich driver who collided with the Wolfratshauser and the driver himself were only slightly injured. Tragically, the cow did not survive the accident and was found dead at the scene. The massively damaged vehicles then had to be towed away. According to Süddeutsche Zeitung, the cow owner is now facing charges of negligent bodily harm and dangerous interference in road traffic.

Unique threats from grazing animals

This type of accident is not an isolated incident; In rural areas, cows often pose unexpected dangers. According to Bussgeldkatalog, cows can escape from their pastures and end up on roads. In such cases, drivers have to react very quickly to avoid possible accidents. Many people are unsure what to do after a collision with a farm animal. The most important steps are: Stop, secure the scene of the accident, notify the police and notify the animal's owner.

Liability in such accidents often becomes complicated. As a rule, animal owners are liable unless they can prove that they have observed all the necessary due diligence obligations (Anwaltauskunft). An expert could decide to what extent the condition of the fence that was supposed to keep the animals was in accordance with standards and whether this duty of care was violated.

The legal framework is also exciting. When a collision with a farm animal occurs, the question of guilt often defies clear imagination. The driver could be held partially responsible for speeding or further careless driving - this is preceded by a weighing up of the operational risk of the car and the danger posed by the animal.

Insurance questions in the event of damage

How your insurance company handles damage from such an incident can also be important for drivers. In practice, fully or partially comprehensive insurance could cover such damage, but not all providers cover damage caused by farm animals. Therefore, pet owners should also consider pet owner liability insurance, as Bussgeldkatalog notes. Farmers are also advised to seek legal advice in the event of damage to clarify unexpected civic obligations.

The tragic incident in Wackersberg once again highlights how dangerous a collision with an animal can be and that it is the responsibility of animal owners to safely supervise their animals. In rural areas, awareness of the potential dangers in road traffic is and remains essential in order to avoid such serious accidents.