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Accident tragedy in Schwerin: tram crashes into van!
A traffic accident with a tram in Schwerin on June 19, 2025 resulted in several injuries and extensive property damage.
Accident tragedy in Schwerin: tram crashes into van!
On Thursday, June 19, 2025, a serious traffic accident occurred at around 9:15 a.m. in the intersection area of Mayor-Bade-Platz in Schwerin. Loud Northern Courier A total of three cars and a tram on line 2 were involved in the accident. The 51-year-old driver of a Mercedes van ignored a red light, which had fatal consequences. In the accident, the tram, driven by a 36-year-old driver, crossed the path of the van at the same time.
The tram hit the rear of the van with full force, which was then thrown against the car of an 82-year-old. If that wasn't enough, the van then collided with the vehicle of a 45-year-old man. Fortunately, everyone involved escaped with minor injuries, apart from the 45-year-old, who had to be taken to hospital for treatment.
Damage and traffic disruptions
The damage caused by the accident totals around 50,000 euros. Both the Mercedes transporter and the VW Caddy were no longer drivable and had to be towed away. Temporary traffic restrictions were necessary to carry out the accident investigation and the subsequent rescue work.
Accident statistics and road safety
Traffic accidents like this shine a light on the current safety situation on our roads. Accordingly, it can be stated that a large number of accidents occur every year due to various causes. Like the data from Destatis show, comprehensive statistics on traffic accidents are necessary in order to better understand the structures of accident occurrence and to develop targeted measures in traffic policy.
Statistics not only help with legislation, but also with traffic education and infrastructure. Because the goal is clear: to further increase safety on the roads and to avoid accidents like the ones we saw in Schwerin today in the future.