Overview

• A 55-year-old technician for the band Kasalla died in a motorcycle crash on the A3 near Cologne early on May 3, 2025.
• The collision occurred when the motorcyclist hit a broken-down car and trailer on the roadway in the dark; police confirmed the details of the accident.
• Kasalla announced the cancellation of their Saturday evening concert in Wuppertal, stating they are unable to perform due to the tragedy.
• The band described the technician, identified as Tom, as a family member who had supported them for years.
• Cologne police are continuing their investigation into the exact circumstances of the fatal crash.