Cyclist accident in Karlsruhe: tram records 60 -year -old cyclists - investigations run

Cyclist accident in Karlsruhe: tram records 60 -year -old cyclists - investigations run

cyclists in Karlsruhe seriously injured - accident by disregarding traffic rules

The streets of Karlsruhe are again the setting for a serious accident with a cyclist. This time a 60-year-old man was hit by a tram and suffered serious injuries. The accident occurred on Thursday afternoon in the city center when the cyclist crossed a pedestrian crossing and disregarded the red light of the traffic light. The tram of the S5 line could no longer brake in time and there was a collision.

It is worrying that the number of accidents with cyclists who ignore the traffic rules. For a long time, drivers were held responsible for ruthless accidents with cyclists, but this misfortune shows that cyclists themselves are responsible to ensure their safety in road traffic.

The accident led to considerable damage to property and temporarily impaired traffic in the area. The Karlsruhe traffic police have taken over the investigation and asks witnesses who have observed the accident to report. It is important that all road users are aware that compliance with traffic rules is the key to avoiding accidents and for the safety of everyone on the streets.

- Nag