E-Bike Accident - E-Bike rider collides with car - severely injured
A 16-year-old was seriously injured in an accident involving an e-bike in Bad Hersfeld. He was riding his bike on the footpath this afternoon, going against the traffic, according to the police. Both actions are not allowed. A 71-year-old was driving a car on the road and, as he wanted to turn, failed to notice the crossing e-bike rider. The teenager collided with the car door.
The car window shattered and the flying glass splinters caused minor cuts on the face, neck, and arms of the car driver, as stated. The e-bike rider remained seriously injured next to the car. A witness and the driver immediately provided first aid and called for emergency services and police. The teenager was taken to the Bad Hersfeld clinic.
The incident involved an e-bike, a type of vehicle that has become increasingly popular in Hesse. The accident happened in Bad Hersfeld, a city known for its tranquility and bike-friendly streets. The police mentioned that the teenager's actions, riding against traffic and on the footpath, were not only unsafe but also against the rules. The usage of automatic brakes in e-bikes could potentially reduce such accidents, considering the quick maneuvers often required in such situations.
