A 58-year-old motorcyclist died in a rear-end collision on the A31 in North Rhine-Westphalia. A car struck from behind, causing the rider to crash and succumb to injuries at the scene. Police are investigating the cause.
The accident occurred in the evening near the Reken exit in the Borken district. According to police reports, a 43-year-old car driver rear-ended the motorcycle ahead. The force of the impact threw the 58-year-old rider from his bike, leading to his fall and death from injuries at the scene.
The car flipped over after the collision and came to rest in a green strip. The driver suffered shock, while his female passenger and two other occupants sustained minor injuries. The exact reason for the car striking the motorcycle remains unclear initially. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances.
Rear-end collisions on highways like the A31, which connects northwestern Germany, highlight traffic risks, especially involving different vehicle types. Police urge drivers to maintain sufficient distance.