Eastern Switzerland 98-year-old e-bike rider dies after traffic accident in Rebstein SG

SDA

20.6.2024 - 15:05

The e-bike rider involved in the accident was flown to hospital by helicopter. (archive picture)
The e-bike rider involved in the accident was flown to hospital by helicopter. (archive picture)
Keystone

A 98-year-old e-bike rider has died in hospital following a traffic accident in Rebstein. According to a statement from the St. Gallen cantonal police on Thursday, the public prosecutor's office has ordered an autopsy.

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The accident occurred on May 28. At the time, the man was riding an e-bike on a cycle path, according to the police. At a junction, he collided with the vehicle of a 25-year-old driver. This caused the 98-year-old to fall. He was flown to hospital by helicopter.