Racing cyclist in Langenfeld seriously injured in the event of an accident - witnesses wanted!

Racing cyclist in Langenfeld seriously injured in the event of an accident - witnesses wanted!

A serious traffic accident occurred on Sunday evening, October 6, 2024, in Langenfeld, in which a 73-year-old racing cyclist was seriously injured. At 6:10 p.m., the racing cyclist was on the street "Rietherbach" in the direction of a roundabout when there was a serious collision with a Ford Focus, which was driven by a 28-year-old Düsseldorf.

The young driver, who apparently disregarded the cyclist's right of way, collided with the 73-year-old, whereupon the racing cyclist fell. The result was a serious injury that required immediate medical treatment. Rescue workers were quickly alerted and transported the man to a nearby hospital for inpatient treatment.

The course of the accident in detail

The exact circumstances of the accident are still the subject of the investigation. However, it is clear that the racing cyclist did not receive the necessary right of way to the roundabout, which usually serves to safely steer traffic. This incident raises questions about traffic safety and compliance with traffic rules, especially in areas with strong bicycle traffic.

The Mettmann police were on site after the incident and initiated the necessary steps to determine the exact circumstances of the accident. Witnesses of the accident have already been interviewed in order to obtain a comprehensive picture of events. The investigation focuses on whether other factors may also have contributed to the cause of the accident, such as the speed of the driver or the disabilities in the traffic area.

It is terrifying to see how quickly an everyday moment on the street can end in a tragedy. The awareness of the security of all road users, especially for the weaker, such as cyclists, is of great importance. There was only recently an increase in such incidents, which is why traffic measures and educational campaigns appear more urgent than ever.

The health and safety of road users should have ever priority. Many cyclists are dependent on the consideration of the drivers. Therefore, more intensive training could make real differences with regard to the traffic rules for vehicles and cyclists and help to avoid such tragic accidents in the future

The Mettmann police have taken over the investigation and provides further information as soon as they are available. If you have any questions or information that could contribute to clarifying the accident, the responsible bodies are available at any time.

For detailed information and current updates to the situation, the press release of the Mettmann police can be found on www.presseportal.de Consulted become.