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Man meets untimely demise en route from Gäuboden folkfest in Straubing, aged 60

Accident at Gauboden folk festival concludes in tragedy: 60-year-old Pedelec cyclist meets misfortune, succumbs to severe injuries in hospital post fall

Man in Straubing, aged 60, succumbs en route to his home after attending the Gäuboden folkfest
Man in Straubing, aged 60, succumbs en route to his home after attending the Gäuboden folkfest

Man meets untimely demise en route from Gäuboden folkfest in Straubing, aged 60

In a tragic turn of events, a man lost his life following an accident involving an electric bicycle on a local road. The incident occurred around half past eleven on Monday night.

According to preliminary reports, the man was attending a local folk festival before the accident. He was on his way home from the event at the time of the collision. As he was travelling along the road, the man suddenly veered off to the right and fell to the ground.

Upon arrival at the hospital, the man was found to be injured. Despite the best efforts of medical staff, he later succumbed to his injuries.

The Straubing Police Department is currently investigating the accident and is seeking witnesses who may have information that could help piece together the events leading up to the collision.

At this time, the identity of the driver of the electric bicycle who was involved in the crash remains unknown.

The police department has requested that anyone who may have witnessed the accident or has any information relevant to the investigation to contact them on 09421/868-0.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who tragically lost his life in this accident.

The accident occurred on a road, and it serves as a reminder to all road users to remain vigilant and to prioritise safety, especially during night-time travel.

As the investigation into this tragic accident continues, we will bring you updates as they become available.

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