Racing cyclist collides in Tulfes with tow rope - seriously injured!

Racing cyclist collides in Tulfes with tow rope - seriously injured!

On Monday, May 20, 2025, a serious accident occurred on the low mountain range in Tulfes, Tyrol. A 60-year-old racing cyclist collided with a tow rope tensioned across the state road when driving down. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. when the tow rope was used by a 29-year-old local man to tow the car of a 33-year-old. During a left -hand migration, the rope was briefly stretched over the street.

The racing cyclist noticed the rope too late, fell and crashed into both the tow rope and against the towed vehicle. In doing so, he contracted serious injuries and was transported to the State Hospital Hall after the first aid. The 60-year-old's racing bike was also badly damaged, while the other two participants of the accident remained unharmed.

Details on the course of the accident

The circumstances of the accident are due to the temporary risk, which was created by the tow rope tense over the street. The 29-year-old driver, who steered the telescopic loader, obviously did not consider that the rope was excited in an area where cyclists were on the road. It is an example of the critical situations that can arise in road traffic.

Road traffic accidents with personal injury are systematically recorded in Austria. According to Statistics Austria , all accidents on streets are documented with public transport. The relevant data is transmitted daily by police organs to ensure continuous observation of the accident. The aim is to create reliable foundations for accident research and prevention.

The preliminary data on road traffic accidents are published quarterly, while the final data appear annually. These statistics play a crucial role in the identification of endangered areas and possible measures to improve traffic safety.

The unfortunate accident in Tulfes once again shows the dangers that exist, especially when dealing with heavy vehicles and road traffic in rural areas. Such incidents underline the need for increased attention and caution in order to avoid similar tragedies.

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