Car Collides with Wild Boar Herd on German Highway, Leaving 11 Animals Dead

A driver on the A391 near Braunschweig was unable to brake in time, resulting in significant vehicle damage and a temporary road closure.

A 54-year-old driver struck a herd of wild boars on the A391 near Braunschweig late at night, killing 11 animals in total.
Seven wild boars died instantly from the collision, while police and hunters euthanized four others due to severe injuries.
The driver sustained chest pain, likely caused by airbag deployment, but did not require medical attention.
The accident caused extensive damage to the vehicle and led to the temporary closure of the highway until 4:30 AM for cleanup and animal removal.
Police confirmed the wild boars were on the road just past the Braunschweig-Hansestraße exit, leaving the driver unable to stop in time.