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Tram goes unnoticed by driver on Lützner Street

Traffic mishap on Lützener Street, Leipzig: A motorist neglecting the oncoming tram while attempting a left turn resulted in the tram being shunted onto a median, damaging a traffic signal and signs, fortunately, without causing any injuries.

Tram neglects by driver on Lützner Street
Tram neglects by driver on Lützner Street

Tram goes unnoticed by driver on Lützner Street

A tram accident occurred on Lützener Straße in Leipzig on Wednesday morning at approximately 9 am. The accident involved a car that was attempting to turn left and failed to notice the tram, causing a collision.

The car was pushed onto a traffic island as a result of the collision with the tram. Traffic on Lützener Straße was diverted as a result of the accident and subsequent investigation. The police are investigating the cause of the accident and have not yet released any details about the driver of the car involved.

The police are urging drivers to exercise caution and follow traffic rules to avoid similar accidents. The police are also seeking witnesses to the accident for further information.

The tram service on Lützener Straße was temporarily disrupted due to the accident. The tram tracks on the street were inspected for any damage caused by the collision. The car involved in the accident was subsequently towed away.

The accident caused damage to an intersection light and several traffic signs. The intersection where the accident occurred will be repaired to fix the damaged traffic light and signs. The police have not yet confirmed if there were any injuries resulting from the accident.

The accident is expected to cause delays in the public transportation system in Leipzig. The police ask for the public's understanding and patience during the repair works and the ongoing investigation.

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