Shock! Driver trapped after serious accident at Wülferode service area!

Shock! Driver trapped after serious accident at Wülferode service area!

On February 13, 2025, there was a serious rear-end collision in Hanover in which the driver of a delivery truck was trapped in his severely deformed vehicle. The incident occurred at 6:33 a.m. at the Wülferode service area on Federal Highway 7 when the delivery truck crashed into a parked tractor-trailer. The fire department was alerted and deployed with ten vehicles and 33 emergency services. The rescuers had to use hydraulic equipment to free the 44-year-old driver, who was seriously injured, over a period of around 90 minutes, while the tractor-trailer driver remained uninjured. After being rescued, the young man was transported to a hospital to receive medical care as well fireworld.at reported.

Rescue operations and traffic disruptions

The rescue work was made difficult not only by the driver's complicated situation, but also by spilled operating materials, which required extensive cleanup and cleaning work by the fire department and the road maintenance department. These measures led to significant traffic delays on the motorway and made it necessary for the police to investigate the cause of the accident. The rescue operation lasted until around 10:15 a.m., while the accident site remained closed following the incident.

In addition, the Wülferode service area also attracts gastronomic visitors. Loud RestaurantGuru The food there is varied - from well-prepared hamburgers to tasty pizzas. However, a majority of guests do not rate the service or quality particularly highly, which puts the rest stop in a mixed light. Despite these reviews, the service area remains a central stop for travelers on the A7.