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Student driver falls five meters on her motorcycle – seriously injured!
A 44-year-old learner driver falls five meters on her motorcycle in Odenthal. First aid measures were initiated.
Student driver falls five meters on her motorcycle – seriously injured!
On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at around 11:45 a.m. there was a serious motorcycle accident on Altenberger-Dom-Straße in Odenthal, Germany. A 44-year-old driving student from Wülfrath lost control of her motorcycle and fell around five meters. Police officers who stopped due to several parked vehicles on the side of the road became aware of the incident. The motorcyclist hit a railing after having to wait due to traffic and fell over the handlebars.
The learner driver's injuries are classified as serious, but are not life-threatening. First aid measures were immediately administered by police officers before a rescue helicopter took them to hospital. The estimated total damage to the motorcycle is in the mid four-digit range. The road remained closed in both directions for about an hour while the accident was being investigated. The traffic commissioner's investigation is currently ongoing.
First aid for motorcycle accidents
Acting quickly at the scene of an accident is crucial for the well-being of the injured person. Experts recommend ensuring your own safety first before approaching the injured person. It is important to turn off the vehicle's engine and check the situation around the scene of the accident. High-visibility vests should be worn to increase visibility and 911 should be called immediately to report the exact location of the accident and the number and severity of injuries.
If a motorcyclist is in critical condition and is wearing his helmet, first responders should pay attention to whether the injured person responds when spoken to. If there is no reaction, removing the helmet is an important step to check the rider's breathing. The helmet should be removed carefully, ideally with support to stabilize the injured person's head. ADAC emphasizes that there is no liability for incorrect first aid if acted with good intentions, while failure to provide aid is a criminal offense.
First aid courses and emergency pass
In order to be better prepared for such emergencies, ADAC yellowhelps Offers first aid courses and recommends carrying an emergency passport. This contains important health data that can help rescue workers in an emergency. Overall, the unfortunate incident shows how important it is to act quickly and correctly in motorcycle accidents in order to protect the lives of those affected and provide quick help.