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On April 18, 2026, at around 12:37, a collision between a motorhome and a Mercedes passenger car occurred on the A2 motorway in the direction of Dortmund. Two people sustained injuries.
After the impact, the motorhome hit the guardrail and came to a stop on the right and middle lanes, completely blocking traffic. This led to significant tailbacks. The cause of the accident has not yet been determined.