Collision during security detail for Hungarian PM Orban in Stuttgart results in officer's fatality.
On a Monday morning, following Hungary's football-EM clash with Scotland in Stuttgart, authorities reported that Orban, aged 61, was escorted by a motorcycle squad from the traffic police to the airport at around 11:15 am. As they were passing through Degerloch district, a 69-year-old lady attempting to enter a barricaded street supposedly failed to notice it, resulting in a collision with Orban's motorcycle.
The impact sent Orban's bike crashing into the patrol bike of a 27-year-old officer who was there to control the intersection. He was critically injured and taken to the hospital.
Stuttgart's Mayor, Frank Nopper (CDU), expressed profound dismay over the accident. "Up until midday, everyone in the city was ecstatic after hosting such a tranquil and delightful football festival," Nopper said. "This horrific crash abruptly shattered this positive atmosphere."
Stuttgart's Police President, Markus Eisenbraun, stated: "The sorrowful circumstances surrounding the death of our respected comrade have left us speechless, striking a chord through the entire Stuttgart police department."
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- The unfortunate incident occurred during Orban's motorcycle escort to the airport after Hungary's football match against Scotland, resulting in the policeman's critical injuries.
- As Hungary's motorcade was navigating through Stuttgart's Degerloch district, a lady tried to enter a barricaded street, leading to a collision with Orban's vehicle and an accompanying patrol bike.
- The deceased officer's colleagues in the Stuttgart Police Department felt a deep sense of loss and shock at their colleague's tragic demise.
- After the incident, Frank Nopper, Stuttgart's Mayor, expressed his condolences and surprise at the abrupt change of mood that followed the joyous football festivities.
- In light of the tragic accident, the South German city of Stuttgart mourned the loss of the officer, who was on duty to ensure traffic safety during the European Football Championship.
- Despite the harrowing events surrounding the Hungarian prime minister, Viktor Orban, and the Stuttgart police officer, the European Football Championship showcased significant sportsmanship and camaraderie between the competing nations.
