Traffic accidents in Osnabrück: Young drivers are very endangered!

Traffic accidents in Osnabrück: Young drivers are very endangered!

Heger-Tor-Wall 18, 49078 Osnabrück, Deutschland - In 2024, the Osnabrück police department recorded a decline in traffic accidents by 3.4 % to a total of 30,874. The number of traffic fatalities fell 5.2 % to 91. Young drivers between the ages of 18 and 24 are particularly at risk, which caused 78 % of the fatal accidents themselves. About half of these accidents were due to excessive speed. The police relate to preventive measures to sensitize young drivers to the dangers of road traffic.

In addition, the number of e-scooter accidents rose to a new maximum value of 201. Despite the increased popularity of this type of transportation, many users are not aware of the risks and traffic rules. In contrast, a decline in total accidents with motorcycles was shown by 3 %, while the number of seriously injured drivers decreased. The police appeal to traffic rules and wearing protective helmets and more consideration in road traffic. The central topics for traffic safety work 2025 are speed, traffic and the protection of children.