Serious accident near Essenrode: Hyundai crashes into a tree!

Serious accident near Essenrode: Hyundai crashes into a tree!

Several people were injured in a serious traffic accident on Saturday afternoon, October 12, 2024, on State Road 293 between Essenrode and Wettmershagen. The incident occurred around 4:27 p.m. when the 30-year-old driver of a black Hyundai lost control of his vehicle for unknown reasons and collided with a tree on the side of the road.

In the accident, the driver suffered serious injuries, while two passengers, aged 28 and 30, sustained minor injuries. The injured received initial medical care from emergency services immediately at the scene of the accident and were then transported to surrounding hospitals in Wolfsburg and Braunschweig.

Cause and consequences of the accident

The exact reason for the loss of control of the vehicle is currently unknown. Police investigations are underway to determine the causes of the serious accident. The L293 was completely closed between Essenrode and the turnoff to Jelpke while the accident was being recorded, which led to significant traffic delays.

The Hyundai was so badly damaged by the impact that it was considered a total loss. The vehicle had to be towed to clear the road and normalize the traffic situation.

The police appeal to all road users, especially in such road areas, to always keep safety in mind and to drive defensively. Such tragic incidents could potentially be prevented with increased vigilance and caution.

For further information and details about this incident, see the current reporting on www.presseportal.de.