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Caravan completely destroyed in serious accident on A44 motorway

29.03.2026 19:38 1 min 1 source
Antenne AC DEU
Caravan completely destroyed in serious accident on A44 motorway
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A collision occurred on the A44 motorway between a car and a trailer parked on the hard shoulder. The caravan was completely destroyed in the accident, injuring five people, one seriously. Traffic was completely blocked for approximately one hour.

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Caravan completely destroyed in serious accident on A44 motorway

29.03.2026 Antenne AC DEU

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