The cycling sector has been one of those that has suffered the most from the increase in mortality on the road, specifically, the number of deceased cyclists has grown by 44% this last year in Spain and only pedestrian deaths have been more abundant among the victims. vulnerable (those who do not drive).
The need to take awareness-raising measures to address this problem that takes too many lives each year is becoming increasingly evident. This is also said in the United States, where the intentional and recorded attack of a cyclist has generated commotion in the country and around the world.
The theft of a car. It all started with the crime of car theft carried out by two teenagers in Las Vegas who recorded how they walked the streets of this American city and later a succession of intentional accidents.
Succession of accidents. First they harassed a car until they ended up hitting it, and then they looked for their second victim: a cyclist. The two young people recorded how they ran over the victim, a 64-year-old retired police officer, and celebrated in cold blood for running him over. The cyclist suffered serious injuries and, despite being quickly taken to a hospital and treated by doctors, he died that same day.
Shock. Images that quickly shocked the entire country and went around the world. But not only that, it has also generated a debate about road safety and the responsibility of young offenders.
The two young men responsible for the crimes have been arrested by authorities and face murder charges for their deliberate actions. Meanwhile, the 17-year-old driver is in a juvenile facility.
