Fatal accident on the B 201: 83-year-old dies after frontal collision

Fatal accident on the B 201: 83-year-old dies after frontal collision

Bundesstraße 201, 24837 Schleswig, Deutschland - Tragic traffic accident at the B201 in Schleswig!

On Monday afternoon, October 21, 2024, the federal road 201 at Schleswig experienced a terrible frontal collision between two cars. The accident demanded the life of an 83-year-old driver who, after the collision, succumbed to his injuries despite immediate help in the hospital.

The dramatic events took place when a 35-year-old man drove the B201 towards Tolk with his VW transporter. Suddenly the Opel Meriva of the 83-year-old, who came from the opposite direction, came onto the oncoming lane. The impact was inevitable, the vehicles collided head -on and the Opel finally came to a standstill next to the street.

First aid and rescue

First aiders and the emergency services made immediate attempts at resuscitation, but the help came too late. Despite all efforts, the old man was taken to the hospital, where he finally died. The driver of the van, on the other hand, remained with minor injuries and was also medical care.

The accident led to total damage to both vehicles. The Flensburg public prosecutor has consulted an expert in the accident to clarify the exact circumstances. During the investigation, the B201 remained closed in both directions, which significantly impaired the traffic situation. The investigation into the cause of the accident is still in progress, and the public is looking forward to further information about this tragic incident.