Railway accident in Hemmoor: cyclist seriously injured
Railway accident in Hemmoor: cyclist seriously injured
15.08.2024 - 13:06
Police Inspection Cuxhaven
rail accident in Hemmoor: A warning for the safety of cyclists
A serious rail accident occurred in Hemmoor this morning, which draws attention to the dangers of level crossings. Around 10:45 a.m., a 56-year-old woman from Hemmoor ran over the transition on Ackerstrasse with her bike despite the closed railway barriers, which led to a dramatic collision on a train.serious injuries to cyclists
The collision caused by a exit path that was traveling towards Hamburg ended in a critical condition for the cyclist. She had to be taken to the hospital immediately and suffered life -threatening injuries. This situation illustrates the urgent need to make level crossings safer for cyclists.
train staff and passengers affected
The 45-year-old train driver, who observed the accident, also suffered a shock and had to be treated. Fortunately, the passengers remained unharmed on the train, so that the train could continue its journey after completing the accident.
The importance of the incident for the community
This incident raises questions about safety at level crossings, especially for cyclists who often represent particularly vulnerable road users. It is important that both pedestrians and cyclists are aware of the dangers of such crossings and take the signals of traffic safety seriously.
Investigations by the police
The Cuxhaven Police Inspection has started the investigation into the exact circumstances of the accident. It remains to be hoped that such incidents can be avoided in the future through improved security measures at level crossings, such as clearer signaling or structural changes.
Please ask:
Police Inspection Cuxhaven
press and public relations
Stephan Hertz
Telephone: 04721-573-104
Email: pressestelle@pi-cux.polizei.niedersachsen.de
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