Bus chauffeur rides bicyclist

Cyclist Injured in Traffic Accident on Westphalian Street

A cyclist was injured in a traffic accident that occurred on Westphalian Street in Minden, Germany, around 14:50 on an unspecified date. The cyclist sustained head and arm injuries and was transported to a hospital for further treatment.

The traffic investigation unit of Police Directorate 2 (West) is conducting further investigations into the incident. The 61-year-old bus driver involved in the collision is a man from Bad Oeynhausen, driving a Ford. The BVG bus involved in the accident has been temporarily suspended from service.

The cyclist was traveling in the opposite direction of the BVG bus when the collision occurred at the Westphalian Street intersection. This intersection has a history of traffic accidents, particularly those involving cyclists and buses. The designated bicycle lane was not being used by the cyclist at the time of the accident.

The bus driver was intending to turn left into a nearby depot when the accident occurred. He was questioned by the traffic investigation unit, and the unit is examining the bus's onboard cameras for evidence. The cyclist's identity has not been disclosed to the public.

The Westphalian Street intersection where the accident occurred has a designated bicycle lane. The traffic investigation unit is considering the possibility of installing additional safety measures at the intersection to prevent similar accidents in the future. The hospital where the injured cyclist was taken has not released any information about their current condition.

The Westphalian Street intersection has a history of traffic accidents, and this incident serves as a reminder for all road users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations. The traffic investigation unit has not yet determined whether traffic regulations were violated by either the bus driver or the cyclist. The public is asked to avoid speculation and allow the investigation to proceed.