Authorities seek out individuals with potentially valuable information

In an unexpected incident that occurred on Friday, February 28, 2025, a 75-year-old driver collided with a barrier on the pedestrian- and cyclist-only Wilhelmsbrücke in Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. The incident took place at around 2:40 PM.

The Opel vehicle, driven by the elderly motorist, veered onto the bridge that is known for its picturesque views over the city. The collision caused significant damage, estimated to be in the thousands of euros.

The exact circumstances leading up to the accident are currently unknown. No publicly available information has been released about who was driving the vehicle at the time of the incident.

For those who may have witnessed the incident, the Stuttgart Police Headquarters is asking for your assistance. You can contact the police at +4971189903600 during office hours, which are from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Outside of office hours, you can reach them at 0711 8990-3333. Alternatively, you can email the press office at [email protected] or [email protected] for non-emergency inquiries.

For press releases, you can visit the Stuttgart Police Headquarters' website at www.polizei-bw.de, or their dedicated press portal at www.presseportal.de. For more information about the Stuttgart Police Headquarters, please visit their main website.

The incident occurred at the height of the Wilhelmsbrücke, a popular spot in the city. The driver was heading towards Schönestraße in Überkinger Straße at the time of the collision.

The Stuttgart Police Headquarters urges anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward and help them in their investigation. Safety on the city's streets is of utmost importance, and cooperation from the public is essential in maintaining that safety.