Fatal traffic accident on the L 52: eyewitnesses urgently wanted!

Fatal traffic accident on the L 52: eyewitnesses urgently wanted!

In the small town of Polch, a tragic traffic accident not only demanded the life of a young motorcyclist, but also raises questions about the security conditions on the country roads of the region.

The incident on the L 52

On Friday, August 9th, 2024, a serious traffic accident on Landesstraße 52 occurred at around 3:55 p.m., between the Mayen junction (BAB 48) and Polch. A turning car collided with an overtaking motorcyclist, which led to a tragic outcome. While the 50-year-old driver of the car only suffered minor injuries, the 19-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured from the Maifeld community. Despite immediate medical care and the use of a rescue helicopter, the young man later succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.

The effects on the community

This accident not only traumatized the direct environment, but also throws a light on general traffic safety in the district of Mayen-Koblenz. Again and again people are harmed on these streets. The increasing number of accidents in the federal territory, with 2,406,465 accidents registered in 2022, also affect rural areas, employs the authorities and ensures concern among residents.

calls for witnesses and local emergency services

The Mayen police also ask all witnesses of the accident to report on 02651-801-0. The cooperation with the Polch volunteer fire brigade and the emergency services during the incident shows the efficiency of the local emergency services that are available around the clock to save lives. Your quick reaction could be crucial in many cases.

trend of traffic accidents in Germany

In recent years, an increasing trend has been observed, both with regard to the total number of traffic accidents and in terms of fatal accidents. Statistics show that the number of accidents with personal injury from 258,987 in 2021 rose to 289,672 in 2022, which indicates a growing challenge for traffic safety.

conclusion and appeal for caution

The events in Polch are another urgent indication of the need to raise awareness of traffic safety. Every road user should be aware of the dangers and take preventive measures in order to avoid such tragic accidents in the future. The municipality and the competent authorities are required to start corresponding campaigns in order to sensitize the population and create more secure conditions for all road users.