Serious accident in Waldbröl: 16-year-old pedelecist injured

On Wednesday, April 30th, a serious traffic accident occurred in Waldbröl, in which a 16-year-old pedelecist was seriously injured. According to the police, the incident happened at around 5:20 p.m. on Schladerner Strasse.

The young woman was on the walking and cycle path and wanted to cross the street on a traffic island when the collision came. A 43-year-old motorcyclist from Bonn, who drove in the same direction, collided with the pedelecist, which led to a fall of both those involved in the accident.

accident consequences and treatment

The consequences of the accident were serious: while the 16-year-old suffered serious injuries, the motorcyclist got away with minor injuries. Both accident victims were transported to a hospital for further medical treatment.

Accidents of this kind raise questions about traffic safety for cyclists and pedelecists, especially in areas where bike paths and lanes meet. It is important that all road users take their responsibility in road traffic seriously to ensure security.

In view of the increasing number of pedelecs and other e-bikes on the streets, it is essential that road users are aware of and adhere to the applicable traffic rules in order to avoid similar incidents in the future.