The number of traffic deaths in northern Hesse rose 2025 compared to the previous year 39 on 46, said the police headquarters in North Hesse. were particularly affected 18- up to 24 year olds: The number of fatal accidents rose from two to six. Four people died in bicycle traffic. Causes included excessive speed, disregarding the right of way, Too little distance and the drivers are under the influence of drugs.
Despite the downward trend, there was 397 Accidents involving pedestrians, 17 of which on school routes. Children and cyclists were less likely to be affected by accidents. Frankfurter Strasse counted 2024 With 36 Accidents are among the nine most dangerous roads in Hesse.
Two particularly tragic accidents occurred 2024 and 2026 in Kassel. Im July 2024 a patrol car hit, who drove with flashing lights in the northern part of the city, a child, who died a short time later from his injuries. Im May 2026 The police in Waldau also hit a child, who survived with injuries.