With the right of way: trauma chaos and thefts shake region!

With the right of way: trauma chaos and thefts shake region!

On Thursday afternoon, a significant traffic accident occurred on the B 251 near Korbach. At 2:55 p.m., a 23-year-old woman from Guxhagen wanted to open the main road with her Ford Eco Sport when she disregarded the right of way of an oncoming Mazda. The Mazda, controlled by a 58-year-old driver from Dorfitter, was in the direction of Willingen. The passenger in the Ford suffered minor injuries during the collision and had to be taken to the hospital. Fortunately, the two passengers in Mazda also only remained slightly injured and did not need inpatient treatment. However, both vehicles suffered significant damage that required a more precise assessment by the police.

But that's not the only current message from the region. In the night of Thursday, a yellow Piaggio scooter was stolen in Schwalmstadt-Agorode, which was parked in front of a garage. The value of the scooter is estimated in the lower three -digit range. In addition, there was a theft of GPS technology and tools from an agricultural estate in Edermünden-Holzhausen between 0:15 a.m. and 1 a.m. Here, a GPS receiver including two operating monitors of a John Deere combine and several Makita tools were stolen-overall one prey in the lower five-digit range. In Ottrau, too, there was a vehicle breakouts during the night. Unknown perpetrators hit the window pane of an Opel Astra and stole a wallet with cash and documents. The damage amounts to around 300 euros. It is believed that further unexpected or poorly secured cars have been cleared.

traffic safety in the region

Such incidents throw a light on the subject of traffic safety, which is always up for discussion in Germany. According to the Federal Statistical Office , the number of traffic accidents in Germany rose to around 2.69 million in 2019. In 2020, the number of accidents decreased due to Coronabed, but has increased again since 2021. The main causes of these accidents are often faulty driving behavior and distraction from smartphones. While around 69 % of the accidents with an accident occurred in urban areas, 25 % occur on country and district roads.

In 2023, Germany counted a total of around 2.5 million road traffic accidents. Despite a downward trend in the number of traffic fatalities, which in 2021 reached the lowest level in over 60 years with 2,562, there are still challenges. According to Statista in 2023, around 19,193 people on the streets of the country, a decline compared to the earlier figures, but the increased accident rate for e-bikes and e-scooters.

call for civil courage

The regional authorities, including the police in Schwalmstadt, ask the population for help. Witnesses of the incident in Ottrau or the other thefts are asked to report. Common efforts are necessary to promote security in the streets and the integrity of possession. An attentive and responsible behavior of road users can help to avoid accidents and make the streets safer.

The events of the past few days are a clear indication that it must always be vigilant. Traffic safety is a topic that affects us all - whether driving, cycling or walking as pedestrians. Everyone can make a contribution to make our streets safer.