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Horse alarm: A3 near Neustadt closed due to escaped animal!
A runaway horse caused the A3 near Neustadt (Wied) to be closed on May 31, 2025 and mobilized the police.
Horse alarm: A3 near Neustadt closed due to escaped animal!
On Saturday night, the A3 near Neustadt (Wied) was closed for around 40 minutes. The reason for the closure was a horse that had escaped from a nearby paddock. Loud SWR Current The animal got onto the motorway through a defective gate on an emergency exit and fortunately only stayed on the hard shoulder.
Several drivers noticed the runaway horse and were able to catch and calm it before the police arrived. The intervention of a local horse lover was also quickly organized: he picked up the animal in a horse transporter and brought it safely off the motorway.
Security measures and traffic situation
The police quickly decided to close the motorway in the direction of Cologne in order to avoid further complications. This decision was necessary because obstacles such as animals on the road can pose significant dangers to traffic. According to an overview provided by Traffic situation.de There are currently no further reports of dangers from construction sites or other traffic obstructions.
However, various types of hazards such as the risk of slipping or poor visibility due to weather conditions could occur in the region. Such conditions are often the cause of accidents and should be taken into account by all road users. Mobile speed cameras are also an important speed control measure, especially in areas with more frequent traffic checks.
Overall, this incident shows once again how important it is to be vigilant in traffic situations and to recognize potential dangers at an early stage. The successful capture of the horse without serious incident is also testament to the quick response of motorists and the local community.