Feb 17 • 16:33 UTC 🇩🇰 Denmark Politiken

Woman in critical condition after being hit by a bus

A 63-year-old woman has been critically injured after being struck by a bus in Copenhagen.

A 63-year-old woman is in critical condition following an incident in which she was struck by a bus on Nørre Allé in Copenhagen on Tuesday afternoon. The accident occurred, and authorities were notified at 16:03. Police Chief Mads Østermark reports that the circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear, and officials are investigating why the woman was on the bus lane at the time of the accident.

The police are currently gathering information to determine how the accident occurred. They are looking into whether the woman may have overlooked the vehicle or if she stepped into the lane unexpectedly. This investigation is crucial as it could provide insights into the bus's speed at the time and how the driver reacted upon seeing the woman. Understanding these details will help establish accountability and prevent similar incidents in the future.

The injured woman was transported to Rigshospitalet, where she is receiving medical treatment for her injuries. The incident has raised concerns about pedestrian safety in the busy urban area of Copenhagen, especially regarding the visibility of bus lanes and the awareness of pedestrians in traffic-heavy environments.

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