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Motorcyclist critically injured after losing control in Tegel crash

A routine ride turned tragic when a biker veered off Karolinenstraße. Now, investigators piece together what went wrong—and why.

The image shows a group of people standing around a motorcycle that has been involved in a crash on...
The image shows a group of people standing around a motorcycle that has been involved in a crash on the side of the road. There are several vehicles on the road, including a truck, and in the background there are trees, poles, lights, boards, and the sky.

Motorcyclist critically injured after losing control in Tegel crash

A 65-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash in Tegel on Monday. The accident happened as he travelled along Karolinenstraße toward Heiligenseestraße. Emergency services quickly took him to hospital for urgent surgery. The rider lost control of his motorcycle while moving along the street. He left the road, hit a curb, and then collided with a guardrail. The impact caused severe injuries, requiring immediate medical attention.

Police from Directorate 2 (West) have opened an investigation into the incident. A specialised traffic crimes unit is now examining the circumstances of the crash.

The injured man remains under hospital care following emergency surgery. Authorities continue to gather details about the accident. The investigation will determine the exact cause of the collision.

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