72-Year-Old Bicyclist Injured in Stuttgart-Kaltental Traffic Incident

Sat 31st May, 2025

In Stuttgart-Kaltental, a traffic incident occurred on Friday afternoon involving a 72-year-old woman riding her bicycle. The accident took place around 3:30 PM while the cyclist was traveling inbound on Böblinger Straße.

As the elderly woman rode her bike, a gray automobile attempted to overtake her. During the maneuver, the vehicle made a right turn onto Engelboldstraße, colliding with the bicycle and causing the cyclist to fall. Following the incident, the driver of the car left the scene without offering assistance to the injured woman.

The cyclist sustained minor injuries and was promptly attended to by emergency medical services, who transported her to a hospital in Stuttgart for further evaluation. Authorities are now seeking witnesses to the event and encourage anyone with information to contact the police at +4971189903300, specifically at Police Station 3 on Gutenbergstraße.

This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding road safety for cyclists in urban areas, emphasizing the need for increased awareness among drivers regarding the presence of cyclists on the road. As investigations continue, the local community is urged to remain vigilant and report any unsafe driving behaviors.


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