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Arson in Jersleben: straw bales in flames, police are looking for witnesses!
Arson in Jersleben: Police investigate after fire on straw bales. Accident under the influence of alcohol on B246a also reported.
Arson in Jersleben: straw bales in flames, police are looking for witnesses!
On the night of Friday to Saturday, more precisely at 11:55 p.m. on October 18, 2025, there was a devastating fire in Jersleben, in the Börde district. According to a report by sachsen-anhalt.de Several bales of straw burst into flames on a dirt road. The police investigation shows that spontaneous combustion can be ruled out, which supports the suspicion of arson. The fire department was immediately alerted and was able to quickly bring the fire under control. The police are now looking for witnesses who can provide information about the incident and ask you to call 03904/478 0.
On the same day, but already in the afternoon, another incident shook the region. In Hakenstedt, on the B246a, a traffic accident occurred in which the driver of a VW left the road and landed in the left ditch. A subsequent breath alcohol measurement showed an alarming result of 1.89 per mille, which makes the situation more than worrying. In addition, the license plates attached did not belong to the vehicle, so a blood sample was taken to collect further evidence. The police station has initiated an investigation against the driver of the vehicle zeit.de reported.
Dangerous alcohol accidents
These incidents shed light on a much-discussed topic: alcohol-related road accidents. Statistics show that alcohol-related traffic accidents are a serious problem in Germany. According to current data on the platform Statista are available, the numbers have not improved significantly in recent years. A significant number of accidents were recorded in the period from 1995 to 2024, which shows that intensive action will continue to be necessary in the future to increase safety on our roads.
The combination of drinking and driving should never be underestimated, and recent events highlight once again that education and prevention are crucial. The police appeal to all road users to act responsibly and, if in doubt, to decide against driving under the influence of alcohol. Safety first is a clear motto that everyone should heed.