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Mountain biker plunges into Worm Valley trail, sustaining severe injuries in Munich

Bicycle accident in Würmtal results in severe injuries for a mountain biker, another individual sustains injuries after being knocked off his pedelec by a wooden sculpture obstructing the path.

Cyclist Plummets Down Worm Valley Trail in Munich, Sustaining Grave Injuries
Cyclist Plummets Down Worm Valley Trail in Munich, Sustaining Grave Injuries

Mountain biker plunges into Worm Valley trail, sustaining severe injuries in Munich

In an unusual turn of events, a 55-year-old man from Munich sustained slight injuries after colliding with a three-meter-high wooden sculpture on a trail between Gauting and Starnberg in the Wuermtal. The incident occurred around 2 pm on Sunday.

According to the Gauting police station, the man was riding his e-bike on the trail when he crashed in a curve, suffering severe head injuries. His minor son was with him during the incident.

The police suspect that the wooden sculpture was deliberately knocked over, as it was secured with a lock. No perpetrator was found despite immediate search measures. The police are now investigating a case of dangerous interference with road traffic.

The injured man was taken to a nearby hospital for further treatment. In a separate incident, the police from Gauting were called to Planegger Street at midnight on Saturday. Here, they found the three-meter-high wooden sculpture lying on the foot and cycle path. The name of the person who threw the sculpture is not disclosed in the available search results.

The police in Gauting have been kept busy due to these incidents. It's important to note that this incident occurred separately from the previous incidents involving mountain bikers in Wuermtal. The exact location of both incidents is not specified.

The Gauting police station is asking for any information related to the incidents. If you have any details, please contact them at 089/893133-0.

The police urge all trail users to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to ensure the safety of everyone using the trails. The exact condition of the e-bike rider is not provided in the latest updates.

This incident serves as a reminder to be cautious while using trails and to report any unusual occurrences to the authorities for a safer environment.

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