Traffic accident in Rheda-Wiedenbrück: Cyclists injured in collision

Traffic accident in Rheda-Wiedenbrück: Cyclists injured in collision

Gütersloh (ots)

In a quiet corner of Rheda-Wiedenbrück, a traffic accident occurred on Friday morning, September 6th at 11:25 a.m. The accident took place on the confluence with the Wasserstrasse and Wichernstraße and involved a pedelecist and a driver.

The 72-year-old man from Rheda-Wiedenbrück, who was traveling with his bike, was on Wichernstrasse and intended to cross the waterway. In the meantime, a 37-year-old driver also drove nearby, specifically with a Ford, on the waterway towards the ski jump. Tragically, when crossing the street by the older cyclist, there was a collision with the driver's vehicle.

consequences of the collision

The collision led to the pedelecist crashed and injuries to caught. The rapidly hurried emergency services ensured that the injured cyclist was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for inpatient treatment. Details on his injuries have not yet been published, but it is known that a medical observation was necessary.

The accident caused an estimated property damage of around 2500 euros, which shows that even small clashes can have significant financial effects. It is another example of the risk that both cyclists and drivers take on our streets, especially at confluences where the view is often restricted and the attention should be maximized.

traffic safety in focus

accidents such as this raise important questions about traffic safety, especially in residential areas in which both cyclists and drivers can be found frequently. The local authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances of the incident and check whether additional measures are necessary to improve security at the affected body. There are considerations in the room to improve traffic signs or the visibility of the intersection to prevent future accidents.

In any case, the incident once again shows how important it is to always be vigilant in road traffic - both for pedestrians and cyclists as well as for drivers. Today's message could serve as a memorial to remind all road users of their responsibility, to drive safely and responsibly.