Gelsenkirchen Incident: 73-Year-Old Driver Loses Control, Car Tips Over on Sidewalk

Gelsenkirchen witnessed a traffic accident on January 31, 2025, around 11:36 AM, when a 73-year-old woman lost control of her Volkswagen Golf. The vehicle ended up lying on its side on the sidewalk of Horster Straße after the driver attempted to make a turn from Kampstraße onto Horster Straße.

As the driver accelerated to make the turn, a tram approached from the left side. This led to a collision with the curb, causing the car to tip over after striking a traffic sign. Emergency services promptly arrived at the scene to assist the driver.

The fire department successfully extricated the woman from her vehicle, and she was treated for minor injuries at the scene. Following assessment, she was transported to a nearby hospital for further observation. Fortunately, no other road users were harmed in the incident.

In addition to the overturned vehicle, the accident resulted in damage to a traffic sign, an electrical box, and a promotional poster. The Volkswagen Golf was rendered inoperable and required towing from the scene.

This incident underscores the importance of caution while driving, particularly in areas with public transport operations. Authorities are reminding drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent similar occurrences.