Collision occurs. - Cyclist severely hurt after being struck by a streetcar.
In the Dresden neighborhood of Prohlis, a woman on a bike was struck by a tram, resulting in serious injuries. The victim, age 40, was cycling along Prohliser Allee during the afternoon when she unlawfully made a left turn at the intersection of Elstawerdaer Straße to cross the tracks. This illegal maneuver resulted in a collision with the tram. Emergency services transported the injured woman to a hospital, and thankfully, no other individuals were harmed. The property damage amounted to approximately 5,000 euros.
Read also:
In the same district of Dresden, where the accident involving the woman and the streetcar occurred, police reported an increase in traffic accidents due to slippery roads caused by the recent snowfall in Saxony. Despite the unfortunate incident, the woman's actions serve as a reminder for other cyclists to always follow traffic rules. The police are urging all residents to be vigilant in their driving and cycling during the winter months to prevent further accidents. Furthermore, the authorities are looking into improving the safety measures around the intersection where the accident occurred to minimize potential harm to pedestrians and cyclists.
