Driver falls asleep at wheel, causing four-car crash in Euskirchen

A four-vehicle collision took place on Jülicher Ring in Euskirchen early on Tuesday, March 24. The crash happened at around 6:15 a.m., after a driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel following a night shift. The 23-year-old local driver veered off the road to the right and struck a parked car. The impact triggered a chain reaction, damaging two additional vehicles. In total, four cars were affected, with the first two sustaining severe damage and requiring towing.

Authorities later filed a report against the driver for endangering road traffic due to physical or mental impairment. The driver admitted to experiencing extreme fatigue, likely causing a microsleep while behind the wheel.

The incident highlights the risks of driving while fatigued, particularly after long shifts. Police investigations continue, with the driver facing potential legal consequences for the collision.