Learner falls five meters deep with a motorcycle - seriously injured!

Learner falls five meters deep with a motorcycle - seriously injured!

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, there was a serious motorcycle accident on Altenberger-Dom-Straße in Odenthal, Germany around 11:45 a.m. A 44-year-old learner driver from Wülfrath lost control of her motorcycle and fell around five meters. Police officers who stopped on the side of the road due to several parked vehicles became aware of the incident. The motorcyclist pushed on a railing after she had to wait for traffic and fell over the handlebar.

The learner's injuries are difficult to classify, but there is no danger to life. First aid measures were immediately initiated by the police before a rescue helicopter brought them to a hospital. The estimated total damage to the motorcycle is in the middle four -digit amount. During the accident recording, the road remained closed in both directions for about an hour. The investigation of the traffic commissioner is currently ongoing.

First aid for motorcycle accidents

The quick action at the scene of the accident is crucial for the well -being of the injured. Experts recommend that you first ensure your own security before approaching the injured. It is important to switch off the vehicle of the vehicle and check the situation to check the scene of the accident. Warning vests should be worn to increase visibility, and the emergency number 112 should be chosen immediately to report the exact scene of the accident and the number and severity of the injuries.

When a motorcyclist is in a critical condition and wears his helmet, first aiders should pay attention to whether the injured reacts to speech. In the absence of reaction, helmet acceptance is an important step to check the driver's breathing. The helmet should be carefully removed, ideally with the support of stabilizing the injured person's head. While hidden help is punishable.

First aid courses and emergency pass

In order to be better prepared for such emergencies, ADAC Gelbhilft first-aid courses and recommends leading an emergency pass. This contains important health data that rescue workers can help in an emergency. Overall, the unfortunate incident shows how important a quick and correct action in motorcycle accidents is to protect the life of those affected and provide quick help.