Accident on snow-covered road - two injured - Teen driver flips car on icy A73 motorway near Coburg
A 21-year-old driver crashed on the A73 motorway near Coburg after losing control on a snow-covered stretch. The accident left both the driver and his 14-year-old passenger injured. Authorities are now investigating the cause of the incident.
The crash occurred when the young driver veered off course on the slippery road. His vehicle struck the guardrail before flipping onto its roof. Emergency services arrived quickly to assist the two injured occupants.
The Verkehrspolizeiinspektion confirmed that winter conditions played a key role. A police spokesperson later addressed the media, explaining how the snowflakes contributed to the accident.
The injured driver and passenger received medical attention following the collision. Police continue to examine the circumstances, focusing on the impact of the weather. The stretch of motorway has since been cleared, but drivers are urged to remain cautious in icy conditions.
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