Drama on Märkische Allee: Serious van accident with 7 injured
Accident on Märkische Allee in Marzahn-Hellersdorf: Seven injured after a van collided with several cars.

Drama on Märkische Allee: Serious van accident with 7 injured
On Saturday afternoon, November 1st, 2025, a serious traffic accident occurred on Märkische Allee in Berlin-Marzahn, in which a total of seven people were injured. These included two inmates who suffered very serious injuries and two other people who were seriously injured, as Tagesspiegel reports.
The accident was caused by a collision between a van and a car, although the exact reason for the collision is still unknown. The force of the impact caused the van to skid, hit a center island and then rolled into oncoming traffic. The vehicle then crashed into several other cars.
Consequences of the accident
By the time rescue workers arrived, all of the injured had already freed themselves from their vehicles. A 50-year-old man and a woman between the ages of 40 and 50 suffered facial injuries and were taken to hospitals along with five other injured people. One of the injured received outpatient care. The van, which was the central vehicle in the accident, is now lying on the road, which is littered with grass and dirt. Images from the scene of the accident show the battered van and crushed vehicle parts blocking the road.
The fire department was on site with a large contingent of 53 emergency services. Due to initial reports of more injuries, a rescue helicopter was requested. This measure highlights the seriousness of the incident. The fire brigade also had to intercept any leaking operating materials and ensure fire protection until the police took over the scene.
Closures and traffic situation
As a result of the accident, Märkische Allee at Havemannstraße remained completely closed. This closure will continue until the on-site police investigation is completed. The full clarification of the cause of the accident and the exact events are still under investigation.
Overall, this incident represents further evidence of the dangers of road traffic and highlights the need for safety precautions for both vehicle drivers and pedestrians and other road users.