Bicycle rider in Neustrelitz injured: accident by turning errors!

Bicycle rider in Neustrelitz injured: accident by turning errors!

in Neustrelitz there was a traffic accident at around 8:20 p.m. on Monday evening, in which a 21-year-old cyclist was slightly injured. The incident occurred on Strelitzer Straße, near the Kauflandkreis, and was caused by a faulty turning process of the young cyclist from the roundabout there. The parties involved in the accident are a German driver, 64 years old, and the injured cyclist, who was medical care after the accident in the Neustrelitz Hospital. The property damage amounts to around 100 euros, although the physical well -being of those involved is in the foreground.

But not only in Neustrelitz, security is a big topic for cyclists. Within a very short time there were two serious accidents with cyclists in the Neustrelitz district. According to a report on presseportal.de, an 87-year-old driver was partially doom when he ran over a cyclist on the street between Blankensee and Rödlin. The cyclist had to be brought to a clinic with serious injuries while the driver was in shock. Another case shows how hot the situation in road traffic can be: a 54-year-old driver could no longer slow down a cyclist who suddenly stepped onto the street from the sidewalk, which led to the most serious injuries to the cyclist.

security situation for cyclists

A current study by accident research by insurers (UDV) illuminates the alarming security situation for cyclists on German country roads. On average, there are 4 deaths every week and 58 seriously injured cyclists. Unfortunately, accidents on this terrain have increased by almost 30 percent compared to ten years ago. One aspect that also makes the situation more difficult is the fact that cyclists are often overlooked on country roads. The data shows that 41 percent of accidents are caused by collapse with cars, whereby drivers are responsible for the accident in 59 percent of cases.

Crossings are particularly problematic at which 68 percent of severe cycling accidents happen. The study shows that security measures are always missing which cyclists would enable carefree and safe driving. For example, the cars can drive speeds of over 70 km/h at every second accident. In order to reduce such dangerous situations, the UDV calls for targeted measures, including the creation of secure transitions and speed limits at difficult to see. In addition, drivers should always count on cyclists and reduce their pace in poor visibility.

The following applies to all bike enthusiasts: Attention and consideration is required! Especially on little busy country roads. The study emphasizes that reflective clothing and the use of light can significantly reduce the risk. If possible, cyclists should avoid busy roads and ride on safe bike paths. A call to the federal and state governments to improve the cycling infrastructure was also pronounced.

The still unsafe traffic situation is a problem that affects the cities and municipalities across Germany. It seems to be urgently necessary not only to take structural measures, but also to raise awareness of the safety of cyclists in road traffic. So stay careful and attentive - both when driving and cycling!