An accident occurred in Ottenbach on Thursday, leaving a 78-year-old driver and her husband injured. The incident took place on Thursday evening (06/22/2023) shortly after 8 p.m. as the elderly woman was driving her car on Affolternstrasse from Ottenbach towards Obfelden. Unfortunately, at the end of the village, the passenger car collided first with an island guard post and then with a tree.
Both the driver and her 80-year-old husband, who was seated in the front passenger seat, sustained unspecified injuries as a result of the multiple collisions. After receiving initial first aid, the injured couple was promptly transported to nearby hospitals by ambulance.
Due to the severity of the accident, the affected section of Affolternstrasse had to be closed on both sides until approximately 10:15 p.m. To ensure the smooth flow of traffic, the fire department set up a detour for motorists.
In response to the incident, various emergency services were deployed. Alongside the Zurich cantonal police, an emergency doctor and an ambulance from the emergency services train, an ambulance from Protection & Rescue Zurich, the traffic group from the Ottenbach fire brigade, the responsible public prosecutor, and a private towing company were all present at the scene.
The information regarding the accident was sourced from the police report provided by Kapo ZH.
This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder for all drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of themselves and others on the road.
How can this tragic accident serve as a reminder to drivers to prioritize caution and traffic regulations
Tragic Accident in Ottenbach: Elderly Couple Injured in Multiple Collisions
An unsettling incident unfolded in Ottenbach on Thursday, leaving an elderly driver, aged 78, and her husband injured. The unsettling event occurred on Thursday evening (06/22/2023), shortly after 8 p.m., as the couple was driving on Affolternstrasse from Ottenbach towards Obfelden. Unfortunately, at the outskirts of the village, their car collided first with an island guard post and then crashed into a tree.
Both the driver and her 80-year-old husband, who occupied the front passenger seat, sustained injuries from the multiple collisions. While the exact nature of their injuries remains unspecified, the injured couple received initial first aid from emergency responders and were quickly transported to nearby hospitals by ambulance.
The severity of the accident necessitated the closure of the affected section of Affolternstrasse on both sides until approximately 10:15 p.m. To ensure a smooth flow of traffic, the fire department set up a detour for motorists traveling through the area.
In response to this distressing incident, various emergency services were dispatched to the scene. In addition to the Zurich cantonal police, an emergency doctor and an ambulance from the emergency services train, an ambulance from Protection & Rescue Zurich, the traffic group from the Ottenbach fire brigade, the responsible public prosecutor, and a private towing company all arrived promptly on-site.
This unfortunate and somber event serves as a stark reminder to all drivers of the paramount importance of exercising caution and adhering to traffic regulations. By doing so, we can significantly reduce the likelihood of accidents and ensure the safety of ourselves and others on the road.
I hope the elderly couple recovers quickly and that measures are taken to prevent similar accidents in the future. Stay safe on the roads everyone.
I hope the elderly couple recovers quickly and receives all the support they need. It’s devastating to hear about multiple collisions in one accident. Let’s all drive responsibly and stay vigilant on the roads to prevent such mishaps.