Two injured in a traffic accident in Hanover: investigations underway!
Two people were slightly injured in a traffic accident in Hanover-Wettbergen on October 17, 2025. Police are investigating.

Two injured in a traffic accident in Hanover: investigations underway!
A serious traffic accident overshadowed the quiet streets in Hanover-Wettbergen on October 17, 2025. At around 4:15 p.m. there was a collision between two vehicles at the intersection of the B217 and the main road, which luckily resulted in minor injuries for the occupants. Loud Picture A 56-year-old Dacia driver from Waldeck and a 38-year-old Renault driver from Springe were involved in the accident.
The situation occurred when the Renault driver collided with the approaching Dacia while turning left. The passenger in the Renault, 26 years old, and the Dacia driver suffered minor injuries, which were treated by the emergency services at the scene of the accident. The Hanover police are currently investigating the exact cause of the accident and are looking for witnesses who can provide information about the traffic lights. Witnesses are asked to contact the Hanover traffic accident service on 0511-109 1888.
Current traffic safety in Hanover
On the positive side, the number of road deaths was reduced to 32 in 2024, a decrease of 31.9%. Particularly noteworthy is the drastic decrease in fatal accidents involving cyclists, from 8 to 3. In contrast, however, there was an increase in the number of children involved in accidents to 479, which indicates a slightly increased risk on the way to school.
Traffic accidents: A comprehensive picture
The causes of traffic accidents are complex and must be analyzed comprehensively. According to the Destatis statistics The data collected is used to obtain solid and reliable information about the accident. This information is important for developing legislation, traffic education and measures to improve traffic safety.
The collection and evaluation of this data is crucial for identifying risks in road traffic and adapting the infrastructure accordingly. The traffic accident statistics clearly show how important preventive measures are to avoid accidents and increase safety on the roads.
Although the statistics for the city of Hanover are positive overall, it remains to be hoped that after the most recent accident, the dangers in road traffic will continue to be taken seriously and the number of accidents like the ones that happened will continue to decrease in the future.