Pedestrian (66) injured on zebra crossings when collapsing!

Pedestrian (66) injured on zebra crossings when collapsing!

in Völs, Innsbruck district, on May 15, 2025 at around 3:25 p.m. there was a serious accident, in which a 66-year-old pedestrian was hit by a car. At that time, the woman crossed a protection path when she was hit by a 51-year-old car driver from Austria. All attempts by the driver to stop in good time failed, which led to a collision. The pedestrian fell and suffered injuries of an indefinite degree. She was immediately taken to the Innsbruck hospital to be treated there. This dramatic situation again underlines the dangers for pedestrians, especially on protection paths.

A look at the current accident statistics shows that the number of accidents with pedestrians has even increased in recent years. In 2022, a total of 3,571 accidents with pedestrians were recorded in Austria, which is an increase in comparison to previous years. Time from November is particularly dangerous when darkness starts earlier. According to the ÖAMTC, around 3,352 such accidents have occurred annually since 2018, with about 28% of which passed between November and January. These months are critical because 36% of fatal pedestrian accidents took place during this time.

Special risks for older pedestrians

statistics also show that 42% of the pedestrians killed are over 74 years old, although this age group only makes up 14% of those involved in the accident. A third of the accidents are on protection paths, and around 1,000 accidents with personal injury are to be complained about, including nine fatal. The latest events in Völs are in line with these alarming numbers and illustrate the need to take measures to improve safety for pedestrians.

The ÖAMTC demands that structural improvements to be implemented on protection paths, including better visibility, reduced speeds and improved lighting. There are also clear recommendations for vehicle drivers and pedestrians. Car drivers should make sure to reduce their speed and be ready to stand in particular near protection routes. Pedestrians are advised to wear light clothing and reflective materials and to ensure that the travelers notice their intentions.

In summary, the accident in Völs shows how important it is to raise awareness of the risks that pedestrians are exposed to in particular on protection paths. It remains to be hoped that the discussion about security measures will receive new momentum to prevent such tragic events in the future.

For more information about the accident, read the full report on 5min.at href = "https://tirol.orf.at/stories/3293084/"> tirol.orf.at . For detailed statistics on accidents with pedestrians, the analysis of the ÖAMTC stands at OEAMTC.AT Appointment.