12-year-old boy seriously injured: Accident with an unlit bike

12-year-old boy seriously injured: Accident with an unlit bike

A serious accident occurred on Thursday at 7 p.m. on the federal road when a twelve -year -old boy ran with an unpleasant bike from Arnstein towards Gänheim. [Infranken] reports that the boy was hit by a 46-year-old driver of a Daimler. The impact was so violent that the boy was thrown over the guardrail and suffered serious injuries.

The quick measures of the first aiders were crucial. These looked after the injured boy at the scene of the accident before he was handed over to the emergency services in a critical condition. A rescue helicopter brought him to the university clinic in Würzburg. The boy's bicycle was completely destroyed in the incident, and the car caused a property damage of 2500 euros.

The importance of bicycle lighting

The incident draws attention to the basic importance of security when cycling, especially for children. [Bahrradstore24] emphasizes that cycling with children is a popular family activity, but this requires strict security guidelines. It is particularly relevant that parents and children should be informed about child bike security.

A security check list before the bike tour could help prevent similar accidents. This includes checking tires and brakes, as well as wearing a well-fitting helmet that bears the EN 1078 and the CE sign. In addition, bicycles should be equipped with security accessories such as reflectors and bicycle lights. This is the only way to ensure the visibility of the drivers at dusk or in poor lighting conditions.

promote responsibility for cycling

In order to increase safety when cycling, it is advisable to learn the traffic rules together with children. Important traffic signs such as stop signs, right of way and the right behavior on bicycle paths must be discussed again and again. The correct crossing of roads also requires special attention and should be proven with techniques, such as switching off and driving the bike in road traffic.

In addition, it is important to play children in a playful way to cycle. This can be done through bicycle training that promotes balance and coordination. Parents should also act as role models and adhere to traffic rules and use protective equipment. [Bahrradstore24] emphasizes that the fun of cycling and developing responsible cyclists should be the goal.

The terrible circumstances of the accident on Thursday illustrate how necessary it is to take safety precautions seriously when cycling and to instruct children from an early age.