Serpentine driver has an accident in Ziesar - driver's license lost!

Serpentine driver has an accident in Ziesar - driver's license lost!

On Friday, July 11, 2025, there was a traffic accident on the BAB 2 near Ziesar, which kept the local authorities on their toes. As Cityreport reports, the incident began around 10:30 a.m. when witnesses noticed a vehicle performing unsafe driving maneuvers and driving in serpentine lines. The driver was no longer able to brake in time and had an accident on the Ziesar descent. A protective barrier was damaged over a distance of 70 meters before the vehicle came to a stop on the L93.

When the accident was recorded, the local police discovered that the driver was unable to drive his vehicle safely due to failure to take medication. The man was taken to hospital with minor injuries, which meant that the L93 had to be closed for a short time for emergency operations. His driver's license was confiscated and criminal proceedings were initiated.

Unexpected consequences for the region

This traffic accident is just part of the recent road safety challenges. On June 28th, a similar incident occurred on the A2 near Ziesar, where a tanker truck loaded with 24,000 liters of olive oil crashed into the central barrier and came to rest on its side. As reported by [MAZ-Online]. To contain the spilled oil. Long traffic jams resulted and travelers were advised to take alternative routes via the A14 and A9.

The recovery and cleanup work required numerous specialized vehicles to remove the oil that had seeped into the ground. The driver of the tanker was also slightly injured and was trapped in the vehicle, but not trapped. The overall damage and impact on traffic in the area was significant, with the damaged infrastructure taking several days to repair.

Psyche reflected in accidents

The psychological consequences of traffic accidents are an important but often neglected aspect. According to DGUV, many of those affected not only suffer from physical injuries, but also from psychological impairments such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). First aiders and witnesses can also suffer from the after-effects of accidents, which can manifest themselves in the form of fears, gaps in memory or problems with concentration.

Research shows that almost a quarter of seriously injured people in inpatient treatment struggle with psychological impairments. Therapies such as exposure therapy offer support in dealing with such consequences and use innovative approaches such as working with driving simulators. These can help you practice driving safely and reduce fears. The importance of a holistic therapeutic approach that takes both physical and psychological aspects into account is becoming increasingly clear.

The recent accidents on the roads around Ziesar are a strong reminder that both road safety and mental health after an accident should be taken seriously. Even though road traffic is often perceived as everyday life, it can have unexpected and serious consequences, both for those involved in the accident and for the community.