Motorcyclist dies after tragic accident on the K12 – witnesses wanted!

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A traffic accident on June 13, 2025 in Western Pomerania-Rügen claimed the life of a 60-year-old cyclist; Causes are being investigated.

Ein Verkehrsunfall am 13.06.2025 in Vorpommern-Rügen fordert das Leben eines 60-jährigen Kradfahrers; Ursachen werden untersucht.
A traffic accident on June 13, 2025 in Western Pomerania-Rügen claimed the life of a 60-year-old cyclist; Causes are being investigated.

Motorcyclist dies after tragic accident on the K12 – witnesses wanted!

Horrible traffic accident near Perdöhl: On June 13, 2025 at around 8:18 p.m. there was a tragic incident on the K12 between Perdöhl and Wittenburg in which a 60-year-old cyclist lost his life. The man was part of a column of four motorcycles when he lost control of his vehicle in a right-hand bend. The motorcycle veered off the left side of the road and collided with a street tree.

The first aiders, who were on the scene immediately, tried hard to resuscitate him, but the emergency doctor who arrived pronounced the 60-year-old dead. The exact cause of the accident is still unclear; The police have started an investigation and are asking witnesses for information to clarify what happened. During the operation, in addition to the police, the rescue service and six comrades from the Perdöhl volunteer fire department were on site.

Consequences of the accident

The K12 had to be closed for around four hours after the accident, which led to significant traffic delays. The resulting material damage amounts to around 5,000 euros. The motorcycle was no longer roadworthy after the collision and had to be towed away.

Accidents like this are not only tragic for those involved, but also cast a shadow on general road safety. According to the Statistics from the Federal Statistical Office Such incidents are the basis for important measures in legislation, traffic education and vehicle technology. This comprehensive data enables the analysis of the causes of accidents and is crucial for improving road safety.

A look at road safety

The publication of accident statistics, such as those from Eurostat is essential. They promote a better understanding of road safety and help develop targeted measures. Road safety has made progress in recent years, but the call for more prevention and increased education for road users remains loud.

It remains to be hoped that incidents such as the tragic accident near Perdöhl, which cost the life of a person, serve as a reminder and lead to improvements in road safety in the near future.