Jena, June 26, 2026 – Following a collision between a cyclist and a pedestrian late Thursday evening on Engelplatz, the Jena police are urgently seeking witnesses. The cyclist responsible for the accident fled the scene illegally, while the pedestrian had to be taken to the hospital with a head injury.
- Incident: Traffic accident followed by hit-and-run
- Time of accident: Thursday, June 25, 2026, around 10:15 p.m.
- Location of accident: Engelplatz, Jena (Schillergässchen area)
- Consequences: One pedestrian slightly injured (head injury, hospitalization)
- Witness appeal: Information to the Jena police at 03641 810 or via email
Collision on the Sidewalk: Cyclist Flees
Late Thursday evening, a serious incident occurred in the city center of Jena. An as-yet unknown cyclist was traveling illegally on the sidewalk of Engelplatz, coming from Schillergässchen around 10:15 p.m. A group of several people was in this area at the time.
The cyclist struck one of the pedestrians from this group. Due to the force of the impact, the man fell to the ground and sustained a head injury. The incident is part of the current emergency services reports from the city area.
Witness Appeal: Police Request Assistance
Although the injured man’s companions spoke to the cyclist directly after the collision, he ignored the request to stop. He continued his journey without hesitation and left the scene of the accident illegally. The injured pedestrian was admitted to a hospital for medical care and further assessment. According to initial information from the Landespolizeiinspektion Jena, he fortunately suffered only minor injuries.
The police have launched an investigation and are searching for the fleeing cyclist. Officers are asking the public for assistance in solving the case:
- Who observed the accident late Thursday evening in the Engelplatz area?
- Who can provide information regarding the identity of the unknown cyclist or their direction of flight?
Relevant information is accepted by the Jena police by telephone at 03641 810 or in writing by email to id.lpi.jena@polizei.thueringen.de.
Source:
LPI-J: Pedestrian struck by cyclist – Police seek witnesses
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