A police car in Vilnius struck a cyclist on T. Ševčenkos Street, resulting in the cyclist being hospitalized but later discharged.
In Vilnius, a cyclist was involved in an accident with a police car driven by an officer from the Vilnius Regional Police. The incident occurred around 12:50 PM on Wednesday in the New Town district on T. Ševčenkos Street. The police vehicle, a Toyota Corolla, collided with the cyclist, who was riding on the sidewalk.
The cyclist, a 2005-born male, was transported to a hospital for treatment following the collision. Fortunately, after receiving medical attention, he was later discharged from the hospital, suggesting that his injuries may not be severe. However, the event has raised concerns regarding road safety, especially involving police vehicles.
The Department of Police has recorded the incident in their traffic accident registry and an administrative procedure has been initiated. This process will likely investigate the circumstances of the accident further, and it highlights the importance of adherence to traffic safety rules by all road users, including law enforcement officers.
