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Collision head-on along Miltitzer road

Head-on collision on Miltitzer Straße in western Leipzig: Two cars crashed Friday afternoon around 3 pm. One car veered into oncoming traffic for undisclosed reasons, causing injury to both drivers. The extent of injuries is uncertain. Emergency services, including a rescue helicopter, were...

Collision on Militzer Road: Head-on Impact
Collision on Militzer Road: Head-on Impact

Collision head-on along Miltitzer road

A head-on collision on Miltitzer Street in Leipzig's west end caused a significant disruption to traffic on Friday afternoon. The incident, which was reported just before 3 pm, resulted in the closure of the street until around 3:45 pm.

The collision involved two cars, one of which veered into oncoming traffic for unknown reasons. As a result, a head-on collision occurred, causing a spill of fuel from both vehicles. Firefighters were promptly called to the scene to clean up the spill and ensure the safety of the area.

The rescue helicopter arrived at the scene to assist with the aftermath of the accident. Both drivers were injured in the collision, but the severity of their injuries is still unclear at this time. No further details about the drivers or their vehicles have been released.

The clean-up and removal of the vehicles took approximately 45 minutes, during which time the street remained closed. Firefighters worked diligently to clean up the spilled fuel from both vehicles involved in the collision.

The exact cause of one vehicle veering into oncoming traffic remains unknown, and an investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident.

This incident caused a significant disruption to traffic in the area, with the street closure causing delays for commuters and motorists. Leipzig authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution and patience during this time and to avoid the area if possible.

As more information becomes available, we will update this story. In the meantime, our thoughts are with those affected by this accident.

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