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Motorcyclist in Mettmann seriously injured in accident and flown to hospital
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Mettmann: lost control, fell on Düsseldorfer Straße, rescue helicopter in action.
Motorcyclist in Mettmann seriously injured in accident and flown to hospital
On the afternoon of September 27, 2025, there was a serious motorcycle accident in Mettmann, in which a 24-year-old driver from Düsseldorf was seriously injured. The motorcyclist, who was riding his Triumph Speed 400, lost control in a curve on Düsseldorfer Straße towards Düsseldorf and fell around 3 p.m. The young man veered off the road to the right, resulting in a serious fall. The rescue workers quickly rushed to help and took him to the hospital in a rescue helicopter, where he is being treated as an inpatient. This is reported by lokalkompass.de.
The material damage to the machine is estimated at around 2,000 euros. The motorcycle had to be towed after the accident. Such incidents are not uncommon: According to ADAC accident research, motorcyclists have a four times higher risk of accidents than other road users. In particular, solo accidents and collisions with cars often result in serious injuries or even death. Motorcyclists were responsible for 20% of traffic deaths in Germany in 2021, which underlines the urgency of accident prevention measures, as the ADAC emphasizes ( ADAC ).
Causes of injury and measures
Why do we keep seeing tragedies like this on our streets? Statistics show that over 85% of accidents recorded in the ADAC accident database result in serious or fatal injuries. Country roads are particularly risky, where 57% of road deaths and 39% of serious injuries occur. External conditions such as rain or frost also significantly increase the risk of accidents. In over 10% of cases, accidents outside of urban areas occur due to distractions or fatigue.
The introduction of safety-promoting measures, such as the rescue card, is crucial. This helps emergency services to act quickly and efficiently in an emergency. The ADAC is actively committed to reducing the consequences of accidents, which could ultimately save many lives, not least through close cooperation with air rescue and the technical center. Not to mention that a good hand in choosing routes and strengthening knowledge of safe driving is also very important for motorcyclists.
Yesterday's accident reminds us of the importance of always being vigilant and careful, especially for two and four-wheeled road users. Stay safe on the road and pay attention to your surroundings, as even a small inattention can have serious consequences.