Cyclist died after collision in Oudenburg

The driver of the car would have become unwell, according to mayor Anthony Dumarey.

The man on the bicycle lived about two kilometers away from the place where the accident happened. He drove towards the canal and came from the center in Oudenburg. At the height of the Abdijhoeve, the motorist deviated from her lane and hit the cyclist head-on.

Driver unwell

The woman is believed to have fainted while driving. Earlier that day, she was sent home by her employer because she was not feeling well. This has yet to become apparent from the report of the traffic expert. In any case, the woman gave a negative breath test.

The street was immediately closed in both directions. Police provide a detour.