Mainz - Dog gets loose: nine cars damaged
Apparently frightened by exploding firecrackers, a dog ran onto the A9 highway near the Mainz interchange and was run over by a car. In addition to the car, at least eight other vehicles ran over the dead Great Dane in the evening and were damaged, the police said on Thursday. No people were injured. According to the dog's owner, the animal was frightened by firecrackers that had exploded nearby and broke free from its leash.
According to the police, two of the three lanes in the direction of Darmstadt were closed for around 40 minutes during the cleaning work and accident investigation. One lane was then closed for a further 50 minutes, causing a two-kilometer traffic jam.
The police reiterated their request to handle firecrackers responsibly and to secure animals well until after New Year's Eve to prevent them from running away.
Press release
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The incident on the A9 highway prompted the Rhineland-Palatinate police to emphasize the importance of responsible firecracker use and securely keeping animals during New Year's Eve celebrations to prevent such accidents. This incident also led to significant traffic disruptions, with the closure of multiple lanes for over an hour causing a two-kilometer long traffic jam. If you're traveling on the highway, especially around Mainz, it's essential to be aware of sudden animal appearances on the road due to the use of firecrackers. Unfortunately, not all animals can handle the loud noises, and this unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers.
Source: www.stern.de
