Cyclist seriously injured in Greifswald: driver fails to notice him!

Cyclist seriously injured in Greifswald: driver fails to notice him!

A serious accident occurred on October 27, 2025 in Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. A 19-year-old cyclist was hit by a 78-year-old driver when he wanted to turn right into a supermarket parking lot and failed to notice the cyclist. The young man was taken to hospital with serious injuries, while the property damage amounts to almost 1,000 euros. The criminal police are now investigating the driver on suspicion of negligent bodily harm Time online reported.

Unfortunately, in the past there have been serious accidents between cyclists and drivers in Germany. In 2024, 441 cyclists lost their lives in traffic, which corresponds to more than a sixth of all fatal traffic accidents. Over 70% of accidents involving vehicles and cyclists had a car as the primary participant. In three-quarters of these cases, the driver was primarily blamed. Even in cases like the one in Greifswald, drivers are often the focus of criminal investigations, especially when cyclists are seriously injured or even die Stgb.de determines.

The legal consequences for drivers

After such an accident, the legal consequences for the driver are significant. The accusation of negligent bodily harm according to § 229 StGB can lead to far-reaching consequences, such as fines or even imprisonment. In addition, a revocation of the driver's license could end up on the magistrate's desk. Particular caution is required in the event of accidents involving cyclists. The driver is often the one who is held responsible for the safety of other road users, the detailed explanations show Stgb.de.

In 2024, 16.0% of all traffic fatalities were cyclists. Of particular concern is the increase in fatal accidents among older cyclists, with more than two-thirds of cyclists who died being 65 years old or older. Based on data published by the Federal Statistical Office, the number of road deaths across all age groups has fallen by 18.3% since 2014, while the number of cyclists killed has increased by 11.4% in the same period. These developments highlight the risks and challenges of road transport and the need for better safety measures for cyclists, such as Destatis documented.

Education and prevention

The issue of road safety, especially for cyclists, continues to require our full attention. The confusing traffic situations pose a significant danger and it is extremely important to inform both drivers and cyclists about the applicable regulations and to raise awareness of consideration and caution. There can never be enough done to increase the safety of all road users and prevent serious accidents.