Accident on A23 results in fatalities for the driver

Vehicle departs from A23 highway - Driver succumbs to injuries

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2025 September 16 . 1:33 AM

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Crash occurs on A23 highway, resulting in the death of the driver.

Collision on A23: Vehicle Departs Highway, Causing Driver's Demise - Accident on A23 results in fatalities for the driver

Fatal Accident on A23 Nord-Ostsee-Kanal Bridge

A tragic incident occurred on the early hours of Monday, 8th September 2025, on the A23 highway. The incident took place on the Nord-Ostsee-Kanal bridge near Schafstedt in the Dithmarschen district.

The 69-year-old driver of a vehicle lost control for unknown reasons, veering off the road to the right. His vehicle collided with a guardrail, resulting in fatal injuries at the scene. The driver was pronounced dead immediately.

The exact cause for the driver losing control was not specified in the reports. The highway was temporarily closed at the site of the accident to allow for the investigation and clearance of the scene.

No other vehicles or individuals were mentioned as being involved in the accident. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.

The location of the accident was not specified beyond being on the A23 highway and the Nord-Ostsee-Kanal bridge at Schafstedt. The highway was reopened after the scene was cleared.

This incident serves as a reminder to all road users to drive safely and responsibly, especially during the early hours of the morning when visibility may be reduced. Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing.