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Two Cyclists Killed in Separate Truck Collisions in Germany

Fatal accidents in Hannover and Aichstetten highlight ongoing road safety issues as investigations and legal actions progress.

  • A 50-year-old cyclist in Hannover was fatally struck by a truck turning right; police are seeking witnesses to clarify the incident.
  • In Aichstetten, a 57-year-old cyclist was killed when a truck exiting the Autobahn failed to notice her on a Landesstraße.
  • The 48-year-old truck driver involved in the Aichstetten accident had his license confiscated as investigations continue.
  • Both accidents underscore systemic challenges in road safety, particularly involving vulnerable road users and large vehicles in high-risk traffic areas.
  • Authorities are focusing on evidence collection and broader measures to address recurring traffic safety concerns across Germany.
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