Cars crash at an intersection, with a witness confirming that the traffic light was evidently red.

In the heart of Hagen, Germany, a traffic accident occurred on Monday, September 1, 2025, at the intersection of Berliner Straße in Hagen-Haspe. The incident involved a Renault and a VW, causing significant damage to both vehicles, which had to be towed away.

According to the Hagen Police, the Renault was traveling towards Hagen-Mitte, while the VW was moving down Höhrdenstraße when the collision occurred at the entrance to Höhrdenstraße. Both drivers claimed to have had the green light at the time of the collision.

An independent witness reported that the Renault driver increased speed when the traffic light turned yellow and then red, attempting to pass the intersection. This account is currently under investigation by the traffic division of the Hagen Police, led by Chief Inspector Markus Lehmann.

The Hagen Police can be reached for further inquiries via their Press Office at +49 2331 986 15 15, or by sending an email to [email protected]. The Press Office can also be contacted through their social media channels, including Facebook (Polizei.NRW.HA), Twitter (@polizei_nrw_ha), Instagram (@polizei.nrw.ha), and WhatsApp (https://url.nrw/WhatsAppPolizeiNRWHagen).

The Hagen Police's homepage, where updates on the investigation may be found, is https://hagen.polizei.nrw. For the latest news and updates on the incident, residents are encouraged to follow the Hagen Police's official channels.

The 18-year-old driver of the Renault sustained minor injuries in the accident. The Hagen Police urge all road users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic rules to prevent such incidents in the future. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.