Numerous cycling accidents in Dresden: injured and alcohol at the wheel!

Numerous cycling accidents in Dresden: injured and alcohol at the wheel!

Dresden, Deutschland - On Sunday, several accidents occurred in Dresden that involved cyclists. Two cyclists collided in the popular large garden when they drove from Winterbergstrasse to Hauptallee. A 27-year-old lady suffered serious injuries and had to be taken to the hospital, while the 37-year-old driver was unharmed. Such incidents throw a light on the challenges of traffic safety, which are important not only in Dresden, but also in Germany.

But the accidents in the Saxon capital do not tear off. A 68-year-old man was responsible for his own misfortune in Leipzig's suburb at 10:15 p.m. When he overtaking a cyclist on the footpath, he rams a tree and is slightly injured. During the subsequent control by the police, it was found that the man was traveling in the blood with 1.8 per thousand alcohol. Investigations have been initiated to get to the bottom of this incident and prevent other similar events. The police are also looking for witnesses who can provide information on the cyclists' driving behavior in Leipzig's suburb.

alcohol and cyclists: a worrying development

In recent years, an alarming phenomenon has been pointed out again and again: alcohol accidents with cyclists are increasing. According to SPIEGEL Cyclists for the first time the main cause of accidents under the influence of alcohol. This trend not only requires a rethinking of road users, but also measures on the part of the traffic safety authorities. The incidents in Dresden are a worrying example and could indicate a broader problem.

But what are the background? The Destatis indicates that the road traffic accident statistics provide comprehensive data on the traffic safety situation. This information is crucial for the development of measures in legislation, traffic education and infrastructure. The statistics not only show how often accidents happen, but also what causes behind it and who those affected are. The focus on alcohol and drug accidents is particularly important to increase security for all road users.