Serious turning accident in Cologne: 89-year-old cyclists seriously injured

Serious turning accident in Cologne: 89-year-old cyclists seriously injured

Cologne (ots)

in Cologne-Mülheim occurred on Tuesday morning, September 3, a significant accident that seriously injured an 89-year-old cyclist. This collision, which was triggered by the turning movement of a 68-year-old e-bike driver, led to both cyclists plunged onto the street. The older man had to be brought to a clinic immediately, while the younger man got away with slight grazes.

The collision took place on the Haslacher Weg around 9:30 a.m. According to the first reports, the e-bike driver had turned left at a confluence and had overlooked the Senior, who came towards him. Such turning accidents are considered dangerous, especially for older road users who are often seriously injured in the fall.

statistical background to traffic accidents

The numbers speak an alarming language. The latest statistics show that around 65 years of over 65 years of traffic accidents have been violated this year. It is worrying that over half of these incidents affected cyclists or pedestrians. This data illustrates the dangers that older people meet in public road traffic.

In order to counter these risks, the traffic directorate of the Cologne police organizes a special event on September 10th. With active traffic advice for seniors, important safety instructions for cycling are given. In addition, a guided bike tour through the city is offered to make older people more secure and more pleasant to make cycling.

The invitation to this event opens up the opportunity to find out about traffic safety and at the same time explore the city on the bike. Interested parties can find more information and details on the official website of the Cologne police.

For many older people, the bicycle is an important alternative to stay mobile and to move in everyday life. But the available figures and events make it clear how important it is to prioritize your own safety in road traffic. Especially when turning and crossing streets, special precautions should be taken.

The e-bike driver, who was also injured in the incident, quickly looked for medical help, while the older cyclist had to be taken to a hospital with major injuries. The senior's state of health remains critical and raises questions about the security for older cyclists, since such accidents can often have serious consequences.