Cyclists injured: Accident on Ostwennemarstrasse shocked the residents

Cyclists injured: Accident on Ostwennemarstrasse shocked the residents

in Hamm-Uentrop occurred on Sunday, October 6th, a traffic accident occurred in which a 70-year-old cyclist was slightly injured. The incident took place at 1:33 p.m. on Ostwennemarstrasse when the cyclist was traveling towards Lippestrasse. At the same time, a 42-year-old woman drove her car in the opposite direction.

The accident passed near a riding stable when the driver intended to turn right onto the farm. In doing so, she overlooked the cyclist who came towards her. Despite the attempts by both participants to avoid a collision, they collided together. The cyclist fell to the ground and injured himself in the fall.

injuries and amount of damage

After the accident, the 70-year-old man was immediately taken to a hospital with an ambulance. Fortunately, after an outpatient treatment, he could be released. The collision also led to property damage of around 1,000 euros that affected both bicycle and car.

Such incidents illustrate the need to pay attention to traffic safety both as a driver and as a cyclist. Road users should always be careful, especially in places where they are often bent or have to be expected. The police continue to examine the exact circumstances of the accident in order to take possible measures to avoid similar clashes in the future.

For more information about this incident, See the current reporting on www.presseportal.de .