Shock at the wheel: Serious accident at traffic lights in Erlangen!

Shock at the wheel: Serious accident at traffic lights in Erlangen!

A serious traffic accident occurred on Wednesday evening, June 4, 2025, around 10:30 p.m., on the B2 towards Heroldsberg. According to Infranken overlooked a 23-year-old driver an oncoming vehicle. The 67-year-old driver of the other car also turned out in green light, which led to the collision in the intersection.

After the collision, the 23-year-old's car came to the side on the driver's side. Both drivers suffered minor injuries in the accident. In addition, two inmates were slightly injured in the 67-year-old vehicle. All injuries were medically treated by the emergency services on site.

accident consequences and property damage

The two vehicles were no longer suitable for driving after the accident and were towed. The total damage amounts to around 20,000 euros. Such traffic accidents throw a shadow on traffic safety in the region, as well as the corresponding statistics of Statistical offices

Road traffic accident statistics serve to record comprehensive and comparable data on traffic safety nationwide. Results are used to identify structural problems and to optimize measures in legislation, traffic education and road construction. The aim is to analyze the causes of accidents and consequences to avoid future incidents.

European context

at European level offers Eurostat Further insights into the traffic safety situation. The platform provides data that enables governments to make informed decisions in order to improve the transport infrastructure and security.

The accident on the B2 is another example of the risks in road traffic, which can be attributed to both personal failure and infrastructural defects. Measures to improve traffic safety are still of the utmost importance to avoid future accidents and to ensure the safety of all road users.