Racing cyclist in Gmunden after collision with 85-year-old seriously injured

Racing cyclist in Gmunden after collision with 85-year-old seriously injured

In a shocking incident in Gmunden, a dramatic collision between a car and a racing cyclist occurred on Friday, December 27, 2024. At around 11:45 a.m., an 85-year-old driver from the Gmunden district moved towards the city center on Ohlsdorferstrasse when she tried to turn left at an inn. At the same time, a 66-year-old man from the Vöcklabruck district approached her on his racing bike. This collision led to the racing cyclist was thrown against a fence with full force.

injuries and hospital stays

After the impact, the racing cyclist was admitted to the Salzkammergut Clinic Gmunden with indefinite injuries. The police officers who examined the incident emphasized the severity of the accident that happened in a busy part of the city. The exact cause of the collision is currently being investigated, while the driver is asked to clarify the event, such as Tips reported.

The police advise you to drive carefully in high -frequent areas and always pay attention to cyclists in order to avoid such dangerous situations. It remains to be seen which further information about the condition of the injured cyclist will also be aware of, while local residents and other road users look at the development of the situation, such as District reported.