Smooth in Hesse - Police report few accidents - Deadly icy road crash in Hessisch Lichtenau kills 73-year-old passenger
A fatal crash near Hessisch Lichtenau has claimed the life of a 73-year-old woman. The accident happened on Friday, with slippery conditions leading to the crash in the Werra-Meißner district. Police confirmed that the 57-year-old driver's vehicle skidded on ice before colliding with another car. The passenger, a 73-year-old woman, died at the scene, while the two drivers were rushed to hospital with severe injuries. Authorities have not released the name of the driver involved. Earlier that day, Central Hesse reported four weather-related accidents. None of these resulted in injuries, but property damage occurred in each case. Despite freezing temperatures and hazardous roads, Hesse has recorded fewer such incidents than expected so far this winter. Police continue to investigate the fatal crash and have urged drivers to exercise caution on icy roads, particularly in rural areas where conditions can change rapidly. The accident marks the first fatality linked to winter weather in the region this season. Emergency services have reminded motorists to adjust their speed and maintain safe distances in freezing conditions. Investigations into the exact cause of the collision remain ongoing.
