Bus crash near Oerlinghausen leaves three with minor injuries
A bus crashed between Bielefeld and Oerlinghausen on March 21, 2026, after veering off the road. The vehicle broke through a guardrail and rolled into a ditch, prompting a lengthy recovery operation. No major injuries were reported among the three people on board.
The accident happened when the bus left the roadway near Oerlinghausen. It smashed through a safety barrier before landing on its side in a ditch. Emergency crews arrived quickly to assist the driver and two passengers.
All three individuals suffered only minor injuries. As a precaution, they were taken to hospital for checks. The exact cause of the crash remains unknown, though icy conditions may have played a role.
Recovery teams worked for several hours to lift the bus back onto its wheels. The operation required closing the road until the vehicle was removed and the area secured.
The incident caused temporary road closures while the bus was recovered. Authorities have not yet confirmed the precise reason for the crash. All those involved received medical attention before being released.
