Overview
- The incident occurred around 16:10 on Erich-Kästner-Straße in Bergen-Enkheim as the occupants waited for the lift to rise from the underground garage.
- The Mercedes suddenly accelerated, broke through the metal door and became stuck nearly vertically in the door frame rather than plunging deeper.
- Firefighters freed all three occupants and later recovered the car from the shaft using securing equipment.
- Injury reports differ, with police saying the 64-year-old driver sustained slight injuries and the fire department reporting no injuries.
- Police report significant damage to the vehicle and lift, and inquiries into the exact cause are ongoing with no fatalities confirmed.