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The accident occurred in the Zittau Mountains in the Görlitz district. For an unknown reason, the motorcyclist crossed into the oncoming lane and collided with a car.
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in an accident in the Zittau Mountains (Görlitz district). According to the police, the woman crossed into the opposite lane on Sunday afternoon for an unknown reason and collided with the car of an 84-year-old driver. Media had previously reported on the accident.
Motorcyclists lift car
According to police, the motorcycle was thrown off the road and fell down a slope. The woman got under the car and was trapped. Several motorcyclists who were taking a break along the route provided first aid and lifted the vehicle together to free the injured person.
The 26-year-old was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Both vehicles were no longer drivable. The police estimate the property damage at around 15,000 euros.
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