Racing cyclist seriously injured: Accident on the L 6 in Atzelsdorf

Racing cyclist seriously injured: Accident on the L 6 in Atzelsdorf

A serious accident occurred on November 16, 2024, around 2:20 p.m., on the L 6 in Atzelsdorf, when a 64-year-old racing cyclist from the Mistelbach district collided with a car. The cyclist was traveling in the direction of Paasdorf when he continued his route after driving on the street from new building. At the same time, an 85-year-old man from the same district steered his car in the opposite direction.

The older driver tried to turn left onto the L 3097. He probably overlooked the cyclist, which could possibly be attributed to the deep sun. This threatening situation led to a collision in which the car crashed into the racing bike.

serious injuries and medical care

The collision had serious consequences for the racing cyclist, who contracted considerable injuries in the accident. Due to the severity of his injuries, quick medical care was necessary. The emergency doctor helicopter Christophorus 9 immediately transported him to the University Hospital WR. Neustadt, where he is treated further.

The exact circumstances of the accident are still the subject of investigations. The police are now investigating whether the deep sun has actually affected the car driver's view. Such incidents often raise questions about security and illustrate the risks with which cyclists are faced with road traffic.

Further details about this incident, including a possible legal assessment, are not yet known. For detailed information on this topic, references to the reporting of www.5min.at .