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Germany Faces Wave of Traffic and Rail Accidents, Leaving One Dead and Many Injured

Ongoing investigations and closures follow eight incidents over two days, highlighting safety and infrastructure challenges.

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Lkw kracht in Hof gegen Brücke - Bahnverkehr gesperrt
Unfall auf A3 zwischen Erlangen und Höchstadt - erhebliche Verkehrsbehinderungen
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Overview

  • An 89-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a truck on the B486 in Hesse, with authorities investigating the traffic signal's role in the incident.
  • A 29-year-old man suffered critical injuries after being hit by a TGV at a closed level crossing near Kehl, causing temporary rail disruptions.
  • Seven people, including five with serious injuries, were hurt in a multi-vehicle collision caused by a VW Touran veering into oncoming traffic near Elstra.
  • An 82-year-old cyclist was severely injured in a collision with a car on the B81 near Halberstadt, prompting road closures during the investigation.
  • A truck struck a railway bridge in Hof, leading to significant traffic and rail service interruptions while structural assessments are conducted.