Things went wrong around 2 a.m. at the intersection of Gasthuisvest, Raamvest and Grote Houtstraat. The cyclist rode along the Grote Houtstraat and came from the direction of the Grote Houtbrug. The police car drove over the Gasthuisvest in the direction of the Raamvest.
Police on their way to report
According to a police spokesperson, the police car was on its way to a report and the vehicle was driving with optical signals, including flashing lights and a siren. According to the spokesperson, the police car drove through a green light.
It is not yet known whether the cyclist had a red or green light at that time.
Investigation into the circumstances
The Traffic Accident Analysis (VOA) investigates the exact circumstances of the accident. The cyclist was taken to hospital for treatment and remains there at the moment.
