Winter Service Vehicle Overturns in Gerstungen after Collision Avoidance
Gerstungen, Wartburgkreis – A winter service vehicle swerved off the road and overturned on its side near Gerstungen in the Wartburgkreis district of Germany. According to the driver, he had to make an emergency maneuver to avoid a collision with an oncoming car, the police reported. In the process, he lost control of the vehicle.
Driver Escapes Injury, Substantial Damage
The driver of the winter service vehicle remained uninjured in the accident. However, the incident caused significant material damage, estimated to be in the five-figure range. The police have launched an investigation into the accident and are seeking witnesses to provide additional information.
Witnesses Sought for Investigation
The police are appealing to the public for any witnesses who may have seen the accident or have any relevant information. Individuals with details about the incident are urged to contact the Gerstungen police station at the following number: 036928 708261.
Details of the Accident
The accident occurred on Monday morning, February 27, 2023, at approximately 8:15 AM on the B19 federal highway between Gerstungen and Berka/Werra. The winter service vehicle was traveling in the direction of Berka/Werra when it encountered the oncoming car.
To avoid a head-on collision, the driver of the winter service vehicle swerved to the right. However, he lost control of the vehicle and it overturned on its side, landing in a ditch alongside the road.
Response and Recovery
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, including the Gerstungen fire department and the police. The overturned winter service vehicle was removed from the ditch using a crane.
The B19 federal highway was partially closed for several hours while the accident scene was cleared and the vehicle was recovered. Traffic was diverted through Berka/Werra during this time.
Investigation Ongoing
The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident. They are working to determine the exact cause of the collision avoidance maneuver and whether any factors, such as road conditions or mechanical issues, played a role.
The investigation is ongoing, and the police have not yet released any further details about the incident.
Call for Witnesses
The Gerstungen police are urging anyone with information about the accident to come forward. Witnesses are asked to contact the police station at the provided number: 036928 708261.
Your assistance could help the police to piece together the events leading up to the accident and determine the full extent of what happened.
