Truck hits ten-year-old cyclist in Bremerhaven – boy injured

Truck hits ten-year-old cyclist in Bremerhaven – boy injured

In the early morning of September 2, 2025, a ten-year-old cyclist was injured in a traffic accident in Bremerhaven-Geestemünde. According to the police, the unfortunate incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. on the Georgstrasse bike path. The boy was on his way to school and was crossing the An der Mühle street when the light was green when a truck driver turned right and hit him.

Some police officers who were near the scene of the accident responded promptly and provided first aid. The injured boy was immediately taken to a hospital where he received medical treatment. The police have now launched an investigation into negligent bodily harm against the 59-year-old truck driver. Such accidents not only affect the families affected, they also highlight the dangers for cyclists on the road.

Cycling accidents are increasing

Unfortunately, cases like this are not isolated. It is worth reporting that the number of serious bicycle accidents in Germany is increasing overall. This is what a current analysis by destatis.de, a total of 441 cyclists died while riding in 2024, representing a worrying trend. Older drivers are particularly affected: around 63.5 percent of cyclists who had fatal accidents were 65 years of age or older. This is an alarming indication that shows how important traffic safety is.

In addition, over 67 percent of bicycle accidents resulting in personal injury involved other road users, primarily drivers. It turns out that many cycling accidents are not caused solely by the behavior of cyclists. In accidents involving goods vehicles, cyclists were primarily responsible for only 20.9 percent.

The route to school and the safety of the children

The safety of our children should always be our top priority. As the incident in Bremerhaven shows, a critical review of routes to school is essential to avoid such accidents. Parents and schools are called upon to find solutions together so that children can get to school safely. Traffic education and awareness of the dangers of road traffic can help minimize the risk to cyclists.

Current developments in road safety are important, especially at a time when more and more people are choosing bicycles as a means of transport. Companies and municipalities should adapt the infrastructure accordingly to better protect cyclists. Ultimately, every accident is one too many, and the life of a child in our community cannot be put at risk. For more information about similar incidents, please visit bremerhavennews24.de.