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Motorcycle accident in Schwenningen: Driver hospitalized with minor injuries
In a traffic accident in Schwenningen, a motorcyclist was overlooked by a car while turning and fell. He suffered minor injuries, while property damage is estimated at 13,000 euros.
Motorcycle accident in Schwenningen: Driver hospitalized with minor injuries
An accident on Tuesday morning in Schwenningen slightly injured a 17-year-old motorcyclist and caused significant property damage. The collision occurred around 7:30 a.m. when a 22-year-old driver of an Audi wanted to turn left from Winzelner Strasse onto Brückenstrasse.
At that moment, the driver failed to notice the motorcyclist who had just overtaken the car in front of him. The Audi's turning led to a direct collision because the driver was unaware of the oncoming vehicle.
Details of the injuries and damage
The impact caused the motorcyclist to fall and sustained minor injuries to his leg. The police reports confirm that medical attention was necessary on site. The passenger of the Audi also suffered shock and had to be taken to a nearby hospital.
The total material damage is estimated at around 13,000 euros. The motorcycle suffered damage worth around 3,000 euros, while the damage to the Audi was around 10,000 euros.
The police are now investigating to clarify the exact circumstances of the accident and are calling on all road users to pay special attention. When driving, it is important to always keep an eye on oncoming road users, especially when turning.
For more information on this incident, see the latest reports can be read here.