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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Cyclist Severely Injured in Oslo Truck Accident

Published: 2024-09-25

A serious traffic accident occurred in Oslo involving a cyclist and a truck at Alexander Kiellands plass.

The cyclist, a man in his 30s, was trapped under the truck and has been transported to Ullevål hospital with severe injuries.

Police report that he is now out of life-threatening danger.

Witnesses at the scene described the incident as happening very quickly, with the cyclist initially riding parallel to the truck before ending up underneath it.

Many bystanders rushed to assist the injured cyclist, and emergency services, including ambulances, police, and fire brigade, were quickly on the scene.

The accident has caused significant traffic disruptions, and drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.

The police are investigating the incident, focusing on the truck driver and the circumstances leading to the accident.