While he was overtaking, he was startled by a car coming from the opposite direction. As a result, he lost control of the wheel and hit two trees. The accident was reported at 1.30pm. Despite the fact that an air ambulance, ambulance and police were quickly on the scene, it was no longer of any use. The man was resuscitated, but eventually died on the spot.
The Varsseveldseweg was temporarily closed so that the police could investigate the accident.
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