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Serious cycling accident in Innsbruck: 84-year-old fights for his life
An 84-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in an accident in Innsbruck when he was overtaken by a bus. He suffered head injuries and was taken to hospital.
Serious cycling accident in Innsbruck: 84-year-old fights for his life
In Innsbruck, a city in Tyrol, a worrying accident occurred on Friday morning in which an 84-year-old cyclist was seriously injured. The scene took place at an intersection that poses a challenge for many road users.
The cyclist wanted to cross the intersection. At the same time, a bus driven by a 37-year-old driver overtook him. For reasons that are still unclear, the senior lost control of his bike and fell. He fell on his left side and collided with the bus, the driver of which was not involved in the incident.
The medical care
After the horrific fall, the injured cyclist received immediate medical attention from emergency services. A report in the “Tiroler Tageszeitung” mentions that the man was taken to the trauma room of the Innsbruck clinic. There it was found that he had suffered severe head injuries but was responsive, suggesting there was hope for recovery.
Fortunately, there was no visible damage to either the bus or the bike, indicating that the safety of other road users was not at risk. While information continues to be gathered about the exact circumstances of the accident, the community remains concerned about the safety of cyclists in the city.
Police have already started their investigation to find out the exact details of the incident. Such accidents often raise questions about road safety and infrastructure in the city, particularly in relation to the safety of cyclists. The incident is another indication of the necessary attention that needs to be paid to road safety in urban areas.
For more information about the incident and current developments, see the reporting on www.oe24.at.