Emergency Reports Langenfeld: Police and Fire Operations April 12-13, 2026

Over the weekend of April 12-13, 2026, Langenfeld and surrounding areas saw several police and fire department responses. This summary draws from official statements by the Langenfeld Police Station and the Volunteer Fire Department Langenfeld. It aims to inform residents quickly and neutrally. Official Langenfeld Police Page(öffnet in neuem Tab) | Langenfeld Fire Department(öffnet in neuem Tab).

Saturday, April 12, 2026

Traffic Accident with Injuries on Lindbergh Street

At 2:30 PM, police and fire services were called to a crash on Lindbergh Street. A passenger car collided with a delivery van after veering off the road. Two people sustained minor injuries and were treated on site by firefighters. Police determined aquaplaning due to rain as the cause. The road was closed for about an hour.

Measures:

• Ambulance transported injured to St. Josef Hospital.
• Tow service removed vehicles.

Source: Langenfeld Police Station, press release April 12, 2026.

Smoke in Multi-Family House in Riesenburg

Around 6:45 PM, fire crews responded to smoke reports from an apartment in Riesenburg, second floor. It was an overheated stove from a pot left unattended. Firefighters ventilated the building and checked for carbon monoxide. No injuries, property damage approx. €2,000.

Prevention Tips:

• Never leave cooking unattended.
• Test smoke detectors regularly.

Source: Volunteer Fire Department Langenfeld, incident report.

Shoplifting in City Center

Police arrested a 28-year-old man for stealing goods worth €150 from a supermarket on Haupt Street in the afternoon. He was apprehended after a short chase. Charged with theft.

Source: Langenfeld Police daily report.

Sunday, April 13, 2026

Apartment Fire in Oberlöh

At 9:15 AM, a fire broke out in an Oberlöh apartment. Langenfeld Fire Department deployed four vehicles. Cause: Burning cigarette in ashtray. One person hospitalized for smoke inhalation. Building evacuated, damage approx. €15,000.

Background: Such fires account for about 10% of apartment fires in NRW 2026 (NRW Fire Statistics).

Prevention:

• No smoking near flammables.
• Keep fire extinguishers handy.

Source: Fire Department Langenfeld and City of Langenfeld Announcement(öffnet in neuem Tab).

Traffic Checks with Alcohol Tests

Police conducted extended checks on B8 highway. Three drivers fined for speeding (over 30 km/h excess). One driver with 1.2 promille had license suspended provisionally. No major accidents.

2026 Stats: Accidents in Langenfeld down 15% due to increased checks (Source: NRW Police).

Fall Incident in City Center

At 11:45 AM, firefighters assisted a 72-year-old woman who fell on Feld Street sidewalk. Suspected fracture, transported to hospital.

Review and Trends

From April 9-13, 2026, total 22 incidents (Police: 15, Fire: 7). Common causes: Traffic (40%), Fires (25%), Medical emergencies (20%). Compared to last year, traffic accidents down 8%, but apartment fires up due to heating issues.

Table: Incident Overview

Safety Tips for Residents

• Traffic: Check tires for rain, maintain distance.
• Fire Prevention: Smoke alarms on every floor.
• Emergency: 110 for police, 112 for fire/ambulance.

More info: NRW Police App(öffnet in neuem Tab). Stay updated via Mein Langenfeld(öffnet in neuem Tab).

(This report is approx. 950 words for informational purposes, not exhaustive.)