Rhineland-Palatinate Police Boost Two-Wheeler Safety in ROADPOL Action
The Rhineland-Palatinate Police Presidency, led by Police President Andreas Sarter, recently concluded a significant ROADPOL action focusing on two-wheeler safety. The initiative, held from May 21 to May 23, 2025, targeted motorcycles, bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters. The event comes amidst a shift in accident statistics for these vehicles.
In 2024, a total of 1,451 accidents involving e-bikes or bicycles were recorded, marking a 3.1 percent decrease from 2023. However, the number of seriously injured cyclists or e-bike riders remained relatively stable, with 151 cases in 2024 compared to 159 in 2023. Tragically, four cyclists or e-bike riders lost their lives in 2024, a significant decrease from the six fatalities in 2023.
Motorcycle riders, however, saw an increase in accidents. In 2024, 613 motorcycle riders were involved in traffic accidents, a 13.3 percent increase from 2023. Serious injuries rose from 93 in 2023 to 111 in 2024, while slightly injured riders increased from 263 to 269. Despite this, the number of motorcycle fatalities decreased from five in 2023 to four in 2024.
The ROADPOL action days, coordinated by Police President Andreas Sarter, aim to improve safety for all two-wheeler users. While accidents involving e-bikes and bicycles decreased, motorcycle accidents saw an increase. The police presidency continues to emphasize the importance of regular traffic controls throughout the year to maintain and enhance road safety.
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