Dramatic traffic accident on the A8: two injured and chaos!

Dramatic traffic accident on the A8: two injured and chaos!

On Saturday, June 21, 2025, several accidents occurred on the federal highway 8 between Rutesheim and Leonberg-West, which resulted in both injuries and significant traffic disruptions. The first incident occurred around 5 a.m. when a 33-year-old driver's Volvo tractor-trailer caused a collision with a Renault driven by a 26-year-old woman with a 50-year-old passenger. As a result, the Renault turned and came to a stop facing the direction of travel. The two passengers got out, but an unknown driver ran over the passenger's foot and fled. She was seriously injured and taken to hospital while police investigated the circumstances of the accident and searched for the fleeing vehicle. Information about this incident can be reported to the Ludwigsburg traffic police station on 0711 6869-0. The total damage amounts to around 50,000 euros, with three of the seven vehicles involved no longer being drivable and having to be towed away.

In the early afternoon, around 1:45 p.m., there was another traffic accident on the same stretch of highway, which was caused by inattentive driving behavior. A 26-year-old Hyundai driver abruptly moved from the middle lane to the left lane without paying attention to the traffic behind him. The 32-year-old driver of a Seat who was traveling in this lane was unable to brake in time and crashed into the Hyundai. This was followed by a collision with a Mercedes, driven by a 44-year-old who was driving behind the Seat. All three vehicles were involved in the accidents, which resulted in minor injuries, including the driver of the Seat as well as the driver of the Mercedes and two underage passengers in the Mercedes.

Traffic restrictions and damage

The traffic accidents resulted in the left lane of the highway having to be closed for more than an hour, causing significant traffic delays. The emergency services from the Leonberg fire department and the rescue service were on site with several vehicles to care for the injured and secure the scene of the accident. The total material damage due to these collisions is approximately 25,000 euros. The Ludwigsburg traffic police station was also present and began investigations.

In summary, it can be said that the accidents on the A8 on Saturday resulted in both injuries and high levels of property damage. The police remind people to pay particular attention to traffic and to use the roads safely. The progression of these incidents is another reminder of the need to drive responsibly and follow the rules on the road. Further information is available in detailed reports, including on News.de and [PZ News].