District of Cochem-Zell - Fatal accident near Eltz Castle not caused by any third party.
A woman from Lower Saxony died tragically after falling down a slope while cycling near Burg Eltz. Police in Mayen confirmed this on Wednesday, adding that there's no evidence of any third-party involvement. The 58-year-old woman was part of a cycling group doing a tour on an outdoor path in Moselkern (Cochem-Zell district) on Tuesday. Sadly, she passed away from her severe injuries after the incident.
Original police report: Polizeimeldung
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