Nettersheim - Van overturns: Two people's lives in danger
Two people have suffered life-threatening injuries in a serious accident involving a van on the A1 near Nettersheim (Euskirchen district). According to the police, the vehicle driven by a 34-year-old man overturned on Wednesday afternoon shortly after the slip road for as yet unexplained reasons.
The driver and his 23-year-old passenger were taken to nearby hospitals by rescue helicopter. Their lives were still in danger late in the afternoon, a police spokeswoman said. The road in the direction of Dortmund remained closed for the time being.
Police statement
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- The accident on the A1 near Nettersheim resulted in a serious traffic disruption, causing delays for commuters heading north towards Dortmund.
- The transporter involved in the accident was a van, which overturned on the highway for reasons that remain unknown to the police.
- The police are investigating the accident, looking into possible causes and examining the vehicle for any mechanical issues that may have contributed to the incident.
- In a statement, the police emphasized that any vehicle involved in an accident, especially one that poses a danger to life, should be treated with caution and professionalism by onlookers to ensure the safety of all parties involved.
- The accident in North Rhine-Westphalia's Euskirchen district serves as a grim reminder of the potential dangers associated with driving and the importance of adhering to traffic regulations to avoid accidents and protect all road users.
Source: www.stern.de