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Serious motorcycle accident near Schmalfeld: driver's life in danger!
Motorcycle accident on June 30, 2025 in Segeberg: 27-year-old seriously injured after falling while overtaking. Police are looking for witnesses.
Serious motorcycle accident near Schmalfeld: driver's life in danger!
A serious motorcycle accident occurred on Friday afternoon, June 27, 2025, on the L234 near Schmalfeld. At around 1:20 p.m., a 27-year-old motorcyclist from the Segeberg district lost control of his Kawasaki Ninja while trying to overtake a car in a curve. The driver veered off the road to the left and struck a tree, causing serious injuries. The emergency services team quickly took him to a nearby hospital, where doctors initially could not rule out life-threatening conditions. The estimated material damage to the motorcycle amounts to around 5,000 euros, reports kn-online.de.
The Kaltenkirchen police are currently investigating the incident and are looking for another witness. This could be the driver of an overtaken car who may not have noticed the accident and continued driving. Witnesses are asked to contact the police on 04191-30880 with any relevant information. This could be crucial in clarifying the exact circumstances of the accident, as presseportal.de reports.
Motorcycle accidents in Germany
Motorcycle accidents are a serious issue that has not lost its relevance in recent years. In 2024, Germany recorded a total of 2,780 traffic deaths, with the number of fatal motorcycle accidents increasing slightly. In Baden-Württemberg alone, over 4,000 accidents with personal injuries occurred during the 2024 motorcycle season. The main causes of these accidents are excessive or inappropriate speed and errors when overtaking, which, according to nordhessen-journal.de, are contributing factors.
Statistics show that approximately 66.4% of motorcycle accidents result in collisions with other vehicles, with many of these accidents caused by car drivers. Additionally, only 25% of motorcyclists wear full protective gear, further increasing the risk of serious injury. Personal responsibility through adapted driving behavior, the use of protective clothing and regular further training are important steps to increase safety on the roads.
Finally, it should be noted that, despite the popular freedom, motorcycling is also associated with high risks. A good knack for your own safety and awareness of the dangers on the road could help reduce tragic accidents like the one just described.