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Police Point to Technical Fault in Würzburg B8 Tractor Overturn

Investigators say a blocked wheel likely triggered the crash that scattered grain and shut the road for hours.

Overview

  • The two grain trailers tipped on December 3 at the Nürnberger Straße section of the B8 in Würzburg.
  • The 59-year-old tractor driver sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment.
  • A 62-year-old motorist collided with the overturned rig and was not injured, according to police.
  • Roughly 20 tons of grain spilled onto the roadway, and the B8 toward Würzburg was closed until about 21:00.
  • Authorities estimate damage in the low six-figure range as the inquiry continues into the mechanical failure.