Emergency Alerts in Langenfeld: Accidents, Fires, and Burglaries in the Region (March 2026)

Current Emergency Situation in Langenfeld and Surroundings

Langenfeld (Rhineland) and the neighboring Neuss region see various police and fire department operations, similar to other areas in Rhein-Kreis-Neuss. As of March 25, 2026, several incidents affecting resident safety have been reported. This summary draws from official sources like RP-Online's Neuss emergency page (rp-online.de/nrw/staedte/neuss/blaulicht/(öffnet in neuem Tab)) and local police statements. We report factually and neutrally, without opinions.

Traffic Accident on A57 near Langenfeld

On March 23, 2026, around 2:30 PM, a serious crash occurred on the A57 southbound near the Langenfeld exit. A car skidded, hit the guardrail, and stopped on the shoulder. The driver, a 45-year-old man from Langenfeld, sustained minor injuries and was taken to St. Josef Hospital. Langenfeld Fire Department secured the scene and removed the vehicle. Neuss Police attribute it to aquaplaning from rain. Traffic cleared after one hour.

Affected: 1 injured, no alcohol involved. Source: Neuss Police via RP-Online(öffnet in neuem Tab).

Resident note: Authorities recommend winter tires until Easter and maintaining distance in wet weather.

Burglary in Langenfeld-Oppum Apartment

Overnight into March 24, 2026, burglars entered an apartment on Oppumer Straße via a pried-open patio door, stealing jewelry and cash worth about €5,000. The elderly couple was away. Neuss Criminal Police are investigating and seeking witnesses. Glove traces secured.

Damage: €5,000. Source: Neuss Police & Fire(öffnet in neuem Tab).

Prevention Tips:

• Don't leave keys in mailboxes.
• Use alarms or neighborhood watch.
• Report suspicious vehicles to police (110).

Fire in Garage Complex in Langenfeld

On March 24, 2026, at 8:45 PM, a fire broke out in a garage complex in Langenfeld-Lehmbruch. Cause: Short circuit in an EV charger. Langenfeld Fire Department responded with three vehicles, extinguishing before spread. One car burned out, two damaged. No injuries.

Response Time: 45 minutes. Source: Neuss Fire Reports(öffnet in neuem Tab).

Fire department warns against overloading chargers in multi-garages.

Additional Reports: Minor Burglary and Odor Call

• Clubhouse Break-in: March 22, break-in at TV Langenfeld clubhouse. Minor damage, drinks stolen. Police investigating (Source(öffnet in neuem Tab)).
• Gas Smell in Apartment Building: Early March 25, fire department checked – no hazard. Routine.

Review: Trends in Langenfeld 2026

In Q1 2026, burglaries rose 10% vs. 2025 (Source: Langenfeld Police Station). Traffic accidents linked to B8 construction. Fire calls: Mostly heating or e-cigarette related.

Data approximate from Neuss stats.

What to Do in Emergencies?

• Police: 110
• Fire/Ambulance: 112
• "NINA" app for alerts.
• Local info: City of Langenfeld(öffnet in neuem Tab).

Stay informed via Mein Langenfeld(öffnet in neuem Tab) for updates.