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Rear-end collision on the A4: traffic jam and 50,000 euros in damage near Weißenberg!
Accident reports from Görlitz: Rear-end collision on Autobahn 4, injured after disregarding the right of way - current information and statistics.
Rear-end collision on the A4: traffic jam and 50,000 euros in damage near Weißenberg!
On Saturday, October 11, 2025, a rear-end collision occurred on Autobahn 4, near the Weißenberg junction between Dresden and Görlitz, in which a 62-year-old German drove his Hyundai into two vans that were stationary due to traffic and another vehicle. Fortunately, there were no injuries, but there was significant material damage of around 50,000 euros to the four vehicles involved. The accident led to a traffic jam and a full closure of the road for an hour, which was reopened after about an hour Sächsische.de reported.
Driver inattention appears to be to blame for this incident. A seemingly everyday mishap with far-reaching consequences for traffic and the affected route, especially since there were no personal injuries to report. This once again emphasizes how important it is to drive carefully and pay attention in traffic.
A serious collision near Neugersdorf
Just one day later, on Sunday morning, there was another serious accident, this time on the S148 near Neugersdorf. A 67-year-old Nissan driver wanted to turn left towards Neugersdorf at the intersection with the S142 and overlooked an oncoming BMW motorcyclist. The ensuing collision had fatal consequences: The 50-year-old motorcyclist and his 47-year-old pillion passenger were seriously injured and had to be flown to hospital in a rescue helicopter. The person who caused the accident also suffered serious injuries and was transported away in an ambulance. The affected intersection was completely closed for more than two hours in order to care for the rescued accident victims and to clear the scene of the accident, as Tag24 reports.
The statistics on traffic accidents published by Destatis show again and again how unpredictable and dangerous road traffic can be. When recording these accidents, it's not just about the numbers, but also about the people behind the statistics - about their fate and the challenges they have to overcome in everyday life.
These incidents illustrate the high level of responsibility that every single road user bears. Everyone should be aware of the risks lurking on the road. Defensive driving and absolute concentration are essential to avoid such tragic accidents.