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Early-Morning Head-On Crash on B27 Near Schwenningen Kills 21-Year-Old Driver

Police have engaged a forensic expert to determine why the car crossed into oncoming traffic.

Overview

  • A 21-year-old man died at the scene after his car collided head-on with a delivery van on the B27 near Schwenningen around 3:30 a.m. Saturday.
  • The 53-year-old woman driving the van suffered serious injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital.
  • Police said the young driver was heading toward Bad Dürrheim in a Daimler‑Chrysler when his vehicle moved into the opposing lane for reasons not yet known.
  • The roadway was fully closed for several hours to document evidence and recover the vehicles.
  • Authorities estimated total damage to both vehicles at about €54,000, and the crash reconstruction remains underway.