Serious accident between Sprinter and Opel on L265: Investigations run

Serious accident between Sprinter and Opel on L265: Investigations run

accident in Gutenzell / Hürbel: Priority disregarded

In the morning of July 5, 2024, a traffic accident occurred on the L265 from Schönebürg towards Hürbel, in which a 67-year-old driver was seriously injured. A 61-year-old, who was traveling with a sprinter, disregarded the priority of the oncoming Opel Zafira driver when turning left into Schönebürger Straße.

The collision led to serious injuries to everyone involved. The 67-year-old driver of the Opel Zafira had to be flown to a clinic with the helicopter, while the person who caused the accident and the passenger of the Opel were brought to the hospital with serious injuries.

The Laupeim traffic police have started the investigation into the course of the accident and the exact amount of damage is still being determined. Due to the accident, the L265 was completely blocked for the accident recording, which led to traffic disruptions. The fire brigade and road maintenance department diverted the traffic until the road could be released again at 1.30 p.m.

It is important to always be aware of the participation in road traffic and to respect the right of way to avoid accidents like this. The safety of all road users comes first.

- Nag