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Traffic accident in Plaue: nine-year-old cyclist injured!
Traffic accident on November 1st, 2025 in Plaue: nine-year-old cyclist injured. State police inform about the incident.
Traffic accident in Plaue: nine-year-old cyclist injured!
On Saturday, November 1st, 2025, a traffic accident occurred on country road 3004 between Dosdorf and Plaue, which affected a nine-year-old cyclist. According to a report by the Gotha State Police Inspectorate The child was traveling without lights when a driver hit him with the right wing mirror as he drove past. The boy fell and was slightly injured. Luckily, emergency services arrived quickly and took him to the hospital so he could receive medical attention.
The circumstances of the accident meant that the route between Dosdorf and Plaue had to be closed for a short time. Both the child's car and bicycle sustained damage. The cause of the incident is due to the lack of lighting on the bike, which can have particularly serious consequences in the darker seasons.
Road safety in focus
This accident highlights the safety situation for cyclists in urban and rural areas. Especially in the transitional period, when it gets dark earlier, it is important that children properly equip their bikes. Parents are encouraged to educate their children about the importance of lighting on the road in order to avoid accidents.
In the city of Cologne, the safety measures for cyclists will be discussed again in the coming weeks. In particular, campaigns should be carried out on visibility and road safety. Ultimately, a good knack for road safety education makes a big difference to the safety of all road users.
A look at Jamaica – sport and safety
It's all connected: whether in competitive sports or in everyday life, safety and a sense of responsibility should always come first. This is especially true for our city’s young cyclists. So stay careful and remember: safety first!