A 26-year-old cyclist from Veldhoven died on Friday evening, February 17, 2023 in an accident on the Grasdreef in Meerhoven. Police say it is believed to be a single-vehicle accident.

The cyclist fell around 9.45 pm near the bus lane at the Hovenring. What exactly happened is still unclear. Buses full of carnival celebrants came to a temporary standstill. In addition to two ambulances, the MMT and the fire brigade also arrived on the scene. The police also assisted in the relief effort. That help was of no avail to the victim. TThe police are conducting further investigations.

Source: Ed.nl (in Dutch).