Cyclist sustains injuries from alcohol-related collision - #PolishNews
On the evening of Thursday, September 18, 2025, a 17-year-old was involved in an accident with his e-bike on Upper Village Street in Siegen-Bürbach. The exact cause of the accident remains under investigation, but the investigation is focusing on the role of alcohol.
According to the Siegen-Wittgenstein police, the young man was traveling on Upper Village Street in the direction of Lower Village Street when he lost control of his e-bike and ended up in the right-hand ditch. A witness observed the accident and alerted the authorities.
During the accident investigation, the police noticed a strong smell of alcohol. A preliminary test was positive for alcohol, and a blood sample taken from the 17-year-old at the hospital is being analyzed for further confirmation.
The location of the accident, Upper Village Street in Siegen-Bürbach, continues to be the scene of the investigation. The traffic commission is handling the further investigation of the accident.
The 17-year-old was taken to the hospital due to his injuries, and his current condition and potential charges due to the alcohol involvement are not yet disclosed.
For inquiries, the Police Headquarters Siegen-Wittgenstein Press and Public Relations can be contacted at Phone: 0271 - 7099 1222, Email: [email protected]. The contact information for the Siegen-Wittgenstein police press office can also be found on their website: https://siegen-wittgenstein.polizei.nrw/.
The accident investigation is ongoing.
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