Accident escape in Geldern: Police are looking for cyclist

Insurance coverage and police work in focus: Bicycle accident in Geldern

Geldern (ots)

A recently, a traffic accident between a car and a cyclist was reported in Geldern, which not only affects those directly involved, but also raises major questions regarding security and legal obligations. On Thursday, July 18, 2024, around 6:30 p.m., an incident occurred at the intersection of Nordwall/Haatscher Weg that focuses on traffic safety and the responsibility of road users.

The course of the accident and initial investigations

A 59-year-old man from Geldern drove his blue Renault Clio along the street North Wall and wanted to turn right into the Hagscher Weg. At that moment, a young cyclist who moved on the left cycle path came into the confluence. In the collision, the woman fell while the man's car suffered damage to the bonnet. Despite the collision, the driver provided help, but the cyclist decided without leaving her contact details to ride her bike from the scene of the accident. Such behavior can result in legal consequences, since road users are obliged to exchange information after an accident.

nonsense cyclist in the focus of the search

The police asked for references to the cyclist, who as:

• female
• approx. 20 to 25 years old
• 160 to 165 cm tall
• from slim figure
• speaking with broken German and foreign appearance

is described. This description could help identify the woman who moved out after the accident.

meaning of traffic safety for the community

This incident emphasizes the high need for safer traffic conditions, especially for cyclists in an urban environment. In view of the ever greater popularity of bicycles as an environmentally friendly means of transportation, it is becoming increasingly important that both drivers and cyclists adhere to the traffic rules to ensure security. The police encourage all road users to treat accident sites responsibly and to provide help in the event of an incident.

conclusion

If you have information about the incident or the cyclist, it is recommended to immediately contact the Geldern police on 02831 1250. The clarification of such cases is crucial to strengthen the responsibility in road traffic and to ensure the safety of all road users.