A cyclist died after an accident near the UN yesterday.
Geneva police say a truck driver, turning right near the Place des Nations, crossed the bike lane and struck the cyclist, who was pulled under the vehicle.
Despite emergency intervention, the 27-year-old woman died at the scene.
An investigation has been opened. It’s the eighth road fatality in Geneva this year.
Mont Blanc increases in height
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Changes for Swiss driving test
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Health insurers proposed rule rejected
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Questions over FIFA President's salary
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