Tragic accident at the level crossing: cyclists collide with ICE in Dülmen

Tragic accident at the level crossing: cyclists collide with ICE in Dülmen

A tragedy shakes the residents of Dülmen: cyclists die when collapsing with train

A terrible accident occurred in Dülmen on Sunday evening when a 56-year-old cyclist was recorded by an ICE at a strained level crossing. The incident happened on the Hangenau street around 6:50 p.m. when the cyclist tried to cross the tracks. Tragically there was a fatal collision in which the cyclist lost his life.

The exact circumstances of the accident are the subject of ongoing investigations, but so far there are no signs of a technical defect in the barriers of the level crossing. The wife of the deceased was in the immediate vicinity at the time of the accident, but not on the tracks. Rescue workers and pastors were on site to take care of them and bring them to their relatives.

Both the passengers of the train and the train driver were looked after after the collision of rescue workers and pastors. A traffic accident team from Münster examines the accident, while the fire brigade, federal police, pastor, police and rescue workers were deployed.

The accident site remained closed for the duration of the admission to give the investigators the necessary time for their work. It is a tragic situation that grows the community of Dülmen deeply. Our thoughts are among the relatives of the deceased and those affected by this terrible accident.

The Coesfeld police ask for understanding for the ongoing investigation and questions can be addressed to the police press office. The exact cause of the accident will continue to be examined in order to clarify the background of the tragic incident and to avoid similar incidents in the future Together, let us be careful to increase our traffic safety and minimize the risk of accidents at level crossings. Every road user has the responsibility to exercise caution and to follow the applicable rules and regulations.

- Nag