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Essen Crash on Langenberger Straße Leaves 17-Year-Old Motorcyclist in Critical Condition

Police say he did not hold a valid license for the 125cc bike.

Overview

  • The crash occurred around 7:30 a.m. Thursday on Langenberger Straße in Essen-Überruhr.
  • According to police, a 43-year-old in a VW pulled out of a parking bay and collided with the teen’s Honda CB125R heading toward Kupferdreh.
  • Paramedics treated the rider at the scene before taking him to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
  • The VW driver suffered severe shock and was also transported to a hospital for care.
  • The traffic-accident unit documented the scene, closed the road and diverted traffic, and the investigation continues with the licensing issue under review.