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Morning Hannover Tram Collision Critically Injures Cyclist

Police say the rider may have run a red light, prompting an appeal for witnesses.

Overview

  • Police say the crash occurred around 7:00 a.m. at Podbielskistraße and Pasteurallee as Stadtbahn Line 3 traveled outbound.
  • Emergency responders and a doctor treated the 34-year-old at the scene before transporting him to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
  • The 27-year-old tram driver was uninjured according to the police statement.
  • Tram tracks in both directions and one outbound road lane were closed during rescue and investigation, with service resuming around 10:15.
  • Investigators estimate about €10,000 in damage to the tram and ask witnesses to call the Verkehrsunfalldienst Hannover at 0511 109-1888.