A 19-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a traffic accident in Greifswald. According to police, a 78-year-old driver overlooked the young man while turning into a supermarket parking lot. The injured cyclist was taken to hospital on Monday evening.
A traffic accident occurred in Greifswald on Monday evening, in which a 19-year-old cyclist was seriously injured. According to police, a 78-year-old car driver failed to notice the young cyclist while turning right into a supermarket parking lot. The collision resulted in severe injuries to the 19-year-old, who was immediately taken to hospital.
The accident also caused property damage of almost 1,000 euros. The criminal police have opened an investigation on suspicion of negligent bodily harm. No further details on the exact circumstances or the injured man's condition are available from the sources.
Such incidents highlight the importance of increased attention in road traffic, particularly in urban areas with mixed traffic. Police urge drivers to be especially vigilant around cyclists to prevent similar occurrences.