79-year-old thrown out of car in a dramatic B17 accident!

79-year-old thrown out of car in a dramatic B17 accident!

On Tuesday afternoon, May 27, 2025, a serious traffic accident occurred on federal road 17, km 30.68, in the municipality of Schönau an der Triesting, Lower Austria. A 79-year-old man from the Baden district steered his vehicle from a parking space to the main street and overlooked the car of a 24-year-old man who drove on the B17. The two cars collided, which led to dramatic consequences.

In the collision, the 79-year-old was thrown out of his vehicle and thrown onto the road. His car finally came to a standstill in a bush, while the 24-year-old's car also came off the road. The 79-year-old suffered serious, life-threatening injuries and was immediately flown to the University Hospital in Wiener Neustadt with the rescue helicopter Christophorus 3. The 24-year-old, on the other hand, was only slightly injured and was brought to the Baden State Clinic. According to 5min.at the article was updated on May 28th at 11:08 a.m.

Frequency of traffic accidents

traffic accidents, especially with serious injuries, are a serious problem in Europe. Road safety is continuously monitored and statistics on accidents are regularly published. According to KURIER, this accident took place at a time when the traffic density increases on the streets. The causes of such accidents are diverse, often distractions at the wheel or overlooking other road users play a role.

In order to increase safety in road traffic, it is important to be aware of the dangers and ensure that both drivers and passengers are properly protected. Further information and statistics on traffic safety in Europe can be viewed on the website of Eurostat.