To a thing in Hainichen: 85-year-old recorded by vans!

To a thing in Hainichen: 85-year-old recorded by vans!

A tragic incident occurred last week in the Thomas Müntzer settlement in Hainichen, where an 85-year-old pedestrian was recorded by a backward VW transporter. The 40-year-old driver had lost control of her vehicle when she didn't notice the woman on the sidewalk. In the accident that occurred on Monday, the senior citizen was immediately seriously injured and was taken to the hospital by the emergency services. Unfortunately, the 85-year-old died of her injuries on Tuesday. It is noteworthy that no damage to property has been determined in this accident, as Blick reports.

traffic accidents are a serious social challenge, and the statistics in this regard show an alarming picture. According to [Destatis], the accident statistics are of central importance in order to obtain an extensive image of traffic safety in Germany. The results are based on comprehensive data on accidents, vehicles and the people involved. This information is crucial for legislative measures that aim to prevent accidents and improve the infrastructure.

statistical background

In 2023, around 2.5 million road traffic accidents were registered in Germany, an increase, which is primarily due to increasing traffic in recent decades. When we take a look at the numbers, we see that most of these accidents only lead to property damage. Tragically, the number of accidents with personal damage remains at a similar level as in the 1950s, such as the data from Statista.

A particularly alarming goal is the "Vision Zero". By 2050, the EU Transport Minister is aiming not to record any racing dead. In 2023, unfortunately, 2,839 people still fell victim to road traffic, while Germany specifically looks at the causes of the accident. These often include insufficient distance, non -adapted speed or driving under the influence of alcohol - around 15,700 such alcohol accidents were counted last year, which resulted in 193 deaths.

special groups in focus

The accidents that are now common with e-bikes and e-scooters raise additional questions. The figures show that the number of injured or killed people is increasing steadily on these means of transport - in 2023 it was already 23,744. E-bike drivers are relatively often involved in accidents, which underlines the urgent need to devote itself more intensively to this topic.