Feb 21 • 09:31 UTC 🇩🇪 Germany FAZ

Frankfurt: Car drives into a group of pedestrians after crash

A car in Frankfurt's city center collided with another vehicle and subsequently crashed into a group of pedestrians, leaving several injured.

In the city center of Frankfurt, a 31-year-old male driver ran a red light and collided with another car at an intersection. Following the crash, at least one of the vehicles lost control and veered into a group of four pedestrians waiting at the traffic light. Initial reports from police suggest that both the driver of the first vehicle and four pedestrians sustained minor injuries in the incident.

The driver involved was reportedly traveling along Kaiserstraße towards Kaiserplatz when he failed to stop at a red light at the intersection with Neue Mainzer Straße. The subsequent collision with the second vehicle, driven by a 19-year-old, resulted in a loss of control that led to the car striking pedestrians nearby. As of now, authorities have not confirmed which driver ultimately lost control and collided with the pedestrian group, indicating that the investigation is ongoing.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding traffic safety in urban environments, particularly regarding the adherence to traffic signals by drivers. As investigations continue, city officials and citizens alike will be watching closely to see what measures may be proposed to enhance road safety and prevent similar accidents in the future.

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