Plane crash in Lithuania: No signs of terrorism
At the end of 2024, a cargo plane coming from Germany crashes in Lithuania. The authorities are now presenting new findings on the crash.
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Serious accident on B115 - motorcyclist hits truck
A motorcyclist collides with a truck near Niesky. Police and rescue helicopter were deployed.
Road accident statistics 2024: Decrease in accidents, but more drug offenses
Leipzig police department publishes traffic accident statistics for 2024: fewer accidents, but an alarming increase in drug-related road traffic offenses
Locomotive derailed during construction work - long-distance traffic disrupted
During the night, a locomotive derailed in a construction site section. No one was injured. Nevertheless, the accident has major consequences.
Accident with five injured on the A4
A car hits the end of a traffic jam on Wednesday evening and is thrown into a truck. Four vehicles are involved in the accident.
Serious accident near Bad Gottleuba - two people injured
Crash with two serious injuries: Two senior citizens and their cars collide near Bad Gottleuba-Berggießhübel. The vehicles end up next to the road.
Car bursts into flames - driver dies in accident on B183
There has been a serious accident on the B183. A car crashed into a tree and caught fire.
Car crashes into ditch in Vogtland - three seriously injured
In the Vogtland region, a car drives over a crash barrier without braking and ends up in a ditch. Three people are seriously injured.
Truck crashes into car and bus - several injured
First a car, then a bus - a truck causes chaos. Several people are injured in a serious accident in Pirna.
Three injured in accident on A9 near Leipzig
A pile-up caused hours of delays on the A9 towards Munich on Saturday. The reason was a car changing lanes and its consequences.
Transporter overturns after collision - one injured
A van crashes into a car in Ellefeld and overturns onto its side. The driver is injured.
Woman hit by car and seriously injured
A woman is walking along a road in Mildenau when she is hit by a car. The police are now investigating what happened.
Speeding: family injured in accident
A car crashes into several trees in the Saxon municipality of Wolkenstein. A rescue helicopter also has to arrive to provide assistance.
Man dragged by streetcar in Dresden
The doors close behind his dog. Then a 34-year-old man is dragged several meters by a streetcar in Dresden.
Snow and slippery conditions hinder traffic
In Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, people have to expect considerable restrictions in some cases due to the weather conditions. There are still delays and cancellations on local public transport.
Driver overlooks pedestrian - woman seriously injured
When the man tries to drive his car out of a driveway, a collision occurs.
Man dies in traffic accident at the state border
Fatal accident on Christmas Day on the border between Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt. All help comes too late for a 54-year-old driver.
Accident with wild boar causes full closure
Road accidents involving wild animals are not uncommon at this time of year. In the district of Central Saxony, such accidents result in considerable material damage.
Van crashes into garage without handbrake
With 2 per mille alcohol in his blood, a driver forgets to pull the handbrake. In the end, even the technical aid organization has to be called out.
Man suddenly steps onto the road in Zwickau - seriously injured
For unknown reasons, a man runs onto a road in Zwickau while traffic is moving. This has serious consequences for him.
15-year-old seriously injured in moped accident
The teenager was riding his moped on a main road when a turning car collided with it.
Drivers race each other on the A72 - two accidents
Two other cars crashed because unknown drivers were speeding down the highway and overtaking on the right. However, the police are still looking for another driver.
Several cars collide in Dresden: three injured
Three cars collide on a country road near Dresden. Three people are injured.
Accident at Dresden Nord junction - A4 closed
There has been an accident involving several vehicles on the Autobahn 4 near Dresden. There are traffic obstructions.
Stress test on the highway - long traffic jams on the A4 after accidents
Traffic jams around the Nossen junction on the A4 Dresden-Eisenach are not uncommon, especially due to roadworks. If there is also an accident, it becomes a bottleneck.
1.7 per mille - truck driver has an accident near Altmittweida
A truck driver with alcohol in his blood has had a serious accident near Altmittweida. There are traffic restrictions due to the recovery work.
Third division professional Loune causes accident under the influence of alcohol
Ali Loune from third division club Erzgebirge Aue causes a traffic accident. The club confirms a police report, which also mentions alcohol.
Lithuania: Flight recorders to be examined abroad
Following the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, investigators have made important progress - and recovered the plane's flight recorders. However, they will have to be analyzed elsewhere.
Investigators recover flight recorder after crash in Lithuania
After the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, the search for the cause continues. Investigators are making significant progress at the scene of the accident. Lithuania's president warns against speculation.
Lithuania's president warns against speculation about the cause of the crash
After the crash of a cargo plane in Lithuania, there is speculation about the cause. President Nauseda is against jumping to conclusions. So far there are no indications of sabotage.
Pistorius: No knowledge of explosive device in machine
The cause of the crash of a cargo plane that took off from Leipzig near Vilnius is still unclear. Defense Minister Pistorius calls for increased awareness of certain cargo shipments.
Lithuanian President visits crash site
Disaster strikes shortly before landing: a cargo plane crashes near Vilnius. Investigators examine the scene of the accident. The Lithuanian President also visits the scene.
DHL after crash: No evidence of suspicious parcels
The investigation into the crashed cargo plane, which was traveling on behalf of DHL, is in full swing. So far, there are no indications of suspicious packages, according to the company.
Expert: Routine communication before a crash
Shortly before Vilnius airport, a cargo plane crashes that was traveling on behalf of DHL. The recording of the communication between the pilot and the tower has now been published.
Germany sends investigators after cargo jet crash
A cargo plane that took off from Leipzig crashes in Lithuania. Investigators are trying to establish whether there is a connection with a warning issued by German security authorities in the summer.
Crash in Vilnius: fatality was a Spanish citizen
A cargo plane taking off from Leipzig on behalf of DHL crashes shortly before the airport in Vilnius. Information is now available on the nationality of the victims.
German authorities investigate DHL plane crash
A cargo plane that took off from Leipzig has crashed in Lithuania. It is unclear whether there is a connection with a warning issued by German security authorities in the summer.
Cargo plane crashed - What we know and what we don't know
Disaster strikes shortly before landing: a cargo plane crashes near Vilnius. Four people were on board and a residential building was nearby. At first, much is uncertain.
Crashed cargo plane was a Swift Air aircraft
The cargo plane that crashed in Lithuania was traveling on behalf of the postal service provider DHL. The Group is now releasing initial information on this.
Crashed cargo plane was a Swift Air aircraft
The cargo plane that crashed in Lithuania was traveling on behalf of the postal service provider DHL. The Group is now releasing initial information on this.
Police chief after crash in Lithuania: Answers need time
What caused the cargo plane that took off from Saxony to crash in Lithuania? The investigators do not expect quick answers.
Cargo plane from Leipzig crashes into residential building in Lithuania
A cargo plane taking off from Leipzig on behalf of the postal service provider DHL crashed into a residential building near the airport in the Lithuanian capital Vilnius early this morning. At least one person was killed and another person was injured, Lithuanian radio quoted a spokesperson for the ..
Bus leaves the road near Großschönau
At night, a public bus meets its fate on a slippery road near Großschönau.
Car driver overlooks cyclist - man seriously injured
A woman wants to pull out of a parking space in Dresden's old town. According to the police, she does not notice a cyclist approaching.
Serious technical defects found after cable car accident in the Czech Republic
The investigation by the railroad supervisory authority took three years. It is now clear that an automatic emergency braking system could have prevented the cabin crash. But what had happened to it?
Cyclist rides through a red light and is hit by a car
On Monday evening, a cyclist and a car driver collide at an intersection in Chemnitz. Both are injured.
Truck overturns at Schkeuditzer Kreuz junction - A14 closed
A truck driver leaves his lane, hits a plank and overturns. An alcohol test on the driver shows clear results.
Pursuit at walking speed
Police officers pursue a car at very slow speed for almost an hour. When the officers confront the driver, he rams into a police car.
Three people injured in bicycle accident in Leipzig
A 19-year-old man on his bicycle collides with a child and a senior citizen - all three are injured. The police test whether drugs were involved.
Elderly driver causes accident due to risky driving behavior
There are repeated discussions about the fitness to drive of very old road users. There is no age limit for driving licenses in Germany. Personal responsibility applies.
Cyclist seriously injured in accident
A cyclist wants to pick up on the left, a car driver overtakes - there is contact. The woman suffers serious injuries in the fall.
Accident - dog pulls girl onto the road
It happens on a walk: A dog pulls a child onto the road, a driver can no longer avoid it.
Collision between streetcars in Dresden - one injured and traffic disruptions
One person was slightly injured in a collision between two streetcars on line 7 in Dresden. There are considerable traffic obstructions in the Albertplatz area.
Car crashes into tree - young driver seriously injured
The road is wet. A young man presses the accelerator anyway. An accident occurs.
Oil spill on A4 near Bautzen: Road closed in the direction of Dresden
A truck leaves the lane and tears open the oil tank on a crash barrier. According to the driver, the reason for this was another truck, according to the police.
Condition of German bridges: safety despite the need for renovation
It remains unclear why the bridge in Dresden collapsed. Generally speaking, bridges in Germany are considered safe. Nevertheless, there is still a need for renovation.
Car overturns near Limbach - driver seriously injured
On Sunday evening, a 46-year-old man loses control of his car and it overturns. This has far-reaching consequences for the driver.
Car leaves the road in Dresden - three minor injuries
A driver leaves his lane, hits a sign on the central reservation and then drives into several cars. The police have a suspicion as to the cause of the accident.
Cyclist hit by car and injured
A car driver is driving out of a supermarket exit when he overlooks a 52-year-old cyclist. There is a collision.
Focus on road safety at schools in Saxony
For first-graders in particular, the journey to school often poses a safety risk. This is also shown by a large-scale control campaign at the start of school. Many vehicles are traveling too fast.
Truck driver seriously injured in accident on A4
A truck driver leaves his lane on the A4 near Nossen, hits a car on the hard shoulder and breaks through a crash barrier. The police have a suspicion as to the cause of the accident.
Fatal accident - closures on the A4 towards Görlitz
An accident involving a pedestrian and a coach on the highway 4 ends fatally. A few hours later, an articulated truck causes the Königshainer Berge tunnel to be closed.
Three injured after rear-end collision on A4 near Dresden
There was a chain reaction of accidents on the A4 west of Dresden. Three people were injured - one of them seriously.
Fatal accident at classic car race in Riesa
Motorcyclists are particularly at risk in road traffic because they do not have the protective cover of a car driver. A leisure activity ends fatally for a motorcyclist in Riesa.
Collision in Bad Brambach - two seriously injured
A driver suddenly feels unwell in Bad Brambach. He loses control of the car and drives into oncoming traffic.
Cyclist seriously injured by streetcar in Zwickau
A streetcar crosses an intersection and crashes into a cyclist. The man is seriously injured. Paramedics happen to be at the scene and begin life-saving measures.
Regional classes for car insurance in Saxony adjusted
For many drivers in Saxony, the classifications for motor vehicle liability insurance are changing. This could make it more expensive. The situation looks better for comprehensive insurance.
Motorcyclist hit by truck in Reichenbach and seriously injured
According to the police, the 41-year-old actually had the right of way. A little later, he was seriously injured and taken to hospital.
Senior dies in accident in ditch
A senior citizen stops his vehicle near Meerane. A short time later, he is dead.
Serious collision at intersection in Weißenborn: Three children seriously injured
A woman presumably disregards the right of way of another car at an intersection. Three vehicles collide. Six people are injured, including three children.
Road Safety Report 2024: Number of road deaths in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia remains worryingly high
The number of traffic fatalities is still high. According to the expert organization Dekra, in many cases the traffic infrastructure is no longer keeping pace with the rapid changes in mobility. What can be done?
Several injured in accident involving 21 vehicles on highway 4 near Chemnitz
Accidents involving a number of vehicles occur on the A4 this afternoon. The police suspect that the weather may have played a role.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in unsuccessful overtaking maneuver
An unsuccessful overtaking maneuver ends in hospital for a motorcyclist. First aiders were on the scene immediately and treated the injured man until the emergency services arrived.
Driver without a license crashes into cars
An 18-year-old caused a series of accidents in Waldheim. The police are now investigating several traffic offenses.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in rear-end collision
A motorcyclist crashes into a turning car at a junction. He is seriously injured and taken to hospital.
Car crashes into crash barrier - one person injured on A14
A car skids on the highway on a wet road. This leads to an accident - and traffic restrictions.
Pedestrian is hit by public bus in Leipzig and dies
After a serious accident, a 63-year-old man has to be resuscitated on the spot. He dies of his injuries in hospital. The police have a suspicion as to the cause of the accident.
Unsuccessful overtaking maneuver - woman seriously injured
A woman tried to overtake several vehicles on the Bundesstraße 2 in Krostitz. She collided with an oncoming car.
Moped rider hit by car in Marienberg: seriously injured
A moped rider collides with a car. The man has to go to hospital. The police have a suspicion about the cause of the accident.
After accident: Bautzen-Ost junction closed until midday
In the evening, a truck suddenly leaves its lane on the A4. The cause of the accident is still unclear.
Car collides with agricultural machine
A driver in the Vogtland district has crashed his car into an agricultural vehicle. He was seriously injured as a result.
Failure to overtake near Bahretal - one seriously injured
A motorcyclist crashes on highway 17 and is seriously injured. The other parties involved in the accident drive on without stopping.
Moped rider seriously injured in accident
For reasons as yet unknown, a car and a moped collide at a junction. One driver is seriously injured.
Car crashes into tree near Naunhof - driver seriously injured
After a car accident, a 27-year-old man was seriously injured and taken to hospital by rescue helicopter.
Moped rider hit by car and seriously injured
A young moped rider is hit by a car and seriously injured. According to the police, the accident was caused by carelessness.
Four injured after accident at intersection
A driver overlooks another car at a junction near Dennheritz. The vehicles collide - four people are injured.
Two injured in car accident
A driver overlooks an approaching car when leaving an exit ramp. Two people are injured in the collision.
Traffic accident on highway 17 leads to miles of traffic jam
An accident near the Dresden-Prohlis junction causes traffic jams and road closures. Truck and car collide when changing lanes, no injuries. Diesel fuel leaked.
Car crashes into fence - driver seriously injured
A woman has been seriously injured in a car accident in Neukirchen in the district of Zwickau. The 34-year-old lost control of her vehicle on Monday afternoon and drove off the road, according to the police. The car then collided with a fence. The driver was taken to hospital with serious injuries.C ..
Head-on crash on state road 194 near Freital: both drivers seriously injured
Both drivers were seriously injured in a head-on crash on state road 194 near Freital. Rescue operation with helicopter.
Car accident in Zwickau: female driver slightly injured
A female driver was slightly injured in a collision between two cars in Zwickau after a 62-year-old disregarded the right of way.
Van crashes into sign van: man seriously injured
A 54-year-old van driver has crashed into a sign van on the Autobahn 9 near Wiedemar and was seriously injured. The 54-year-old had overlooked the sign van, which had closed off the right-hand lane, on Wednesday and crashed into it, police said on Thursday morning. The man was taken to hospital with ..
Serious injuries in rear-end collision in Wilsdruff
Two men were seriously injured in a rear-end collision in Wilsdruff when a driver rear-ended two stationary cars.
Ten-year-old cyclist hit by car
A 10-year-old cyclist was hit and slightly injured by a car when a 41-year-old driver turned into a driveway.
Van overturns after collision with car - two injured
Transporter overturns after collision with car, two injured. Material damage 20,000 euros.
23-year-old cyclist hit by car and injured
A 23-year-old cyclist has been hit and injured by a car in Leipzig-Schönau. On Sunday evening, a 29-year-old man wanted to turn right into Lützner Straße in his car and overlooked the cyclist, who was crossing the road at a green traffic light, police said. This resulted in a collision. The 23-year- ..
Pedestrian hit by car and seriously injured
A 50-year-old pedestrian has been hit by a car in Leipzig and seriously injured. On Sunday afternoon, the man was crossing Jahnallee and was overlooked by a 55-year-old driver, police said on Monday morning. The pedestrian was seriously injured in the accident and had to be taken to hospital. The pr ..
Pilot crash lands glider in rapeseed field during flying competition
A 67-year-old pilot had to make an emergency landing of his glider in a rape field near Grünhainichen during a flying competition.
Motorcyclist seriously injured during overtaking maneuver
A 56-year-old motorcyclist lost control of his bike during an overtaking maneuver in a bend near Mittweida and was seriously injured. On Sunday afternoon, the 56-year-old crossed the center line of state road 201 in the area of a double bend with his motorcycle in order to overtake a car, police sai ..
Three injured in collision between car and Lößnitzgrundbahn steam locomotive
Three people have been injured in an accident between a car and a steam locomotive on the Lößnitzgrundbahn in Moritzburg.