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Updated 09:53

Cyclist killed on Lubartow bypass — police seek witnesses

Police investigate the Lubartow bypass cyclist fatality and ask drivers with dashcam footage or witnesses to contact Lubartow county police.

A Lubartow bypass cyclist fatality occurred on Monday morning, killing a cyclist after an impact with a heavy truck. Consequently, police have launched a public appeal for witnesses and video recordings.

Lubartow bypass cyclist fatality: what happened

The crash took place at a busy roundabout on the Lubartow bypass around 10:00 on Monday, July 6. The junction links routes toward Lublin, Kock, Skrobow, and the town centre via Lipowa Street. Moreover, the roundabout handles a mix of local and transit traffic, including many trucks and passenger cars. Therefore, investigators stress the likelihood that multiple drivers filmed the moments before and after the collision.

Police appeal and investigation steps

Investigators from the County Police Headquarters in Lubartow (Komenda Powiatowa Policji w Lubartowie) have asked motorists and residents to check dashcam footage. In addition, officers want anyone who was on or near the roundabout at the time to come forward. The station gave two phone numbers for contact: 47 81 252 29 and 47 81 252 90. However, you may also deliver footage in person at the police station. Officers will then examine recordings to establish the sequence of events and the vehicles involved.

Why your dashcam or witness account matters

Even a clip recorded minutes before the collision can help. For example, it can show vehicle positions, turning intentions, or the presence of other road users. Moreover, footage may capture registration numbers of cars on the roundabout. Consequently, those details can speed up tracing and clarify liability. Therefore, authorities urge drivers to preserve original files and note the exact time of recording.

Local traffic and safety context

The roundabout is a strategic node for traffic heading to Lublin and regional towns. As a result, it sees both commuter flows and heavy vehicles. Consequently, collisions there often have severe outcomes for vulnerable road users like cyclists. In addition, Poland has seen growing debate about cycling safety, road design, and enforcement. Therefore, this incident may prompt renewed calls for clearer cycle lanes and better signage in small towns.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you witnessed the crash or have dashcam footage, contact the Komenda Powiatowa Policji w Lubartowie at 47 81 252 29 or 47 81 252 90, or deliver the file in person. In Poland police often ask for personal details for a statement; they may request your PESEL (national ID number) for official records. Moreover, you can ask about anonymous tip options if you prefer not to give full details. If you need medical or legal follow-up, remember NFZ (National Health Fund) covers emergency care, while ZUS (Social Insurance Institution) handles compensation claims for work-related incidents. Finally, a “mandat” means a fine, and traffic fines differ from criminal charges. If you need language help, contact your embassy or a local expat community for translation assistance.

Police stress that even recordings that do not show the moment of impact can be crucial. Therefore, anyone who drove through the roundabout around 10:00 on July 6 should review dashcam files. Moreover, witnesses with visual or phone-recorded accounts may provide statements that help investigators reconstruct the crash.

For now, the police continue on-scene work and evidence gathering. Consequently, they hope prompt witness responses will accelerate the inquiry.

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