Collision at the crossroads involving A57, vehicle now clear
On the morning of September 17, 2025, a significant traffic disruption occurred on the A57 highway towards Cologne due to a motorcycle accident near Holzbüttgen. According to available reports, a 41-year-old motorcyclist from Neuss sustained life-threatening injuries in the solo accident.
The accident, which occurred around 3:30 AM, resulted in traffic congestion that backed up for approximately five kilometers up to the Meerbusch junction. The A57 at Kaarst junction was closed, causing delays and alternative routes through Kaarst to become congested as well.
The police are still investigating the cause of the accident, with the possibility of it being a single-vehicle accident or involving another party. Initially, the police estimated the closure to last until 8 AM, but later extended it to 9:30 AM. As of the provided information, the road has since been reopened, but the exact time of reopening was not specified in the article.
The traffic accident investigation team from the police is examining traces of the unknown accident. The motorcyclist is currently unconscious and further information regarding their condition or the identity of the parties involved was not provided in the article.
The accident caused significant traffic disruption in the Kaarst area, with the A57 at Kaarst junction remaining closed for several hours. The congestion lasted for an unspecified duration, causing delays for commuters and motorists in the region.
As always, our thoughts are with the motorcyclist and their family during this difficult time. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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