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Car rolls over in Treuchtlingen: Driver 38 injured in wild animal accident!
Accident in Treuchtlingen: 38-year-old driver injured after crossing wild animals. Vehicle overturned. Details about the incident.
Car rolls over in Treuchtlingen: Driver 38 injured in wild animal accident!
On Saturday morning, November 29th, 2025, there was an impressive, although unfortunately dangerous, incident on the road in Treuchtlingen in the Weißenburg-Gunzenhausen district. A 38-year-old driver got caught in a deer crossing around 6 a.m., which had fatal consequences. While driving between Schürmühle and Rehlingen, the vehicle left the road, hit the guardrail and overturned. The car ended up lying on its side.
However, the driver was lucky: he only sustained minor injuries and was able to free himself from his vehicle. Nevertheless, the car was a total loss, which clearly shows the impact of this incident. Such scenarios are not unique in the region. Loud presseportal.de Over 250,000 accidents involving wildlife occur in Germany every year, which often result in significant damage and injuries.
Risks from wildlife crossing
The risk of wildlife crossing accidents increases particularly at dusk. Most wildlife accidents occur loudly ACV Automobile Club Traffic between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. This often coincides with rush hour times and peak wildlife activity, increasing the risk to drivers. After the time change in March, twilight conditions are also more pronounced at other times of the day, which further adds to the risk.
The force of a collision with a wild animal can be enormous - a red deer has the force of five tons at 60 km/h. Deer and wild boars should also not be underestimated, which underlines the danger of these types of accidents. Wild animals often move along their usual paths, even if these are interrupted by roads.
Correct reaction in an emergency
It is important for drivers to drive carefully in wildlife crossing areas and to take warning signs seriously. In the event of an accident involving wild animals, the scene of the accident should be secured, first aid given and the police or a hunter informed, even if the animal has already fled. Injured or dead animals should not be touched to avoid further risks. Partial comprehensive insurance also covers damage caused by wild animals - it is advisable to document the damage immediately and report it to the insurance company.
In view of the risks mentioned, the ACV appeals to drivers to reduce their speed and to be vigilant, especially at dusk. Because with a good hand and a little caution you can avoid dangerous situations.