A 49-year-old woman faces charges for involuntary manslaughter after a fatal traffic collision in Copenhagen. Prosecutors allege her wheelchair struck and killed a cyclist.
The incident occurred on February 4 at the intersection of Korsager Allé and MerlÞsevej in the BrÞnshÞj district. According to court documents, the woman made an improper left turn in her wheelchair and collided with a cyclist.
The cyclist fell and later died from injuries sustained in the crash. Copenhagen Police have formally charged the woman with involuntary manslaughter.
Prosecutors claim the wheelchair user failed to exercise proper care and attention required by Danish traffic law. They are seeking a fine as punishment rather than prison time.
The case will be heard at Frederiksberg Court on November 11. Danish law treats involuntary manslaughter in traffic cases differently depending on circumstances.
Cases involving drugs or alcohol can result in severe prison sentences. However, charges based solely on lack of attention typically carry lighter penalties, never exceeding four months imprisonment.
The prosecution's specific fine amount remains undisclosed in court documents. The accused woman denies any wrongdoing.
This unusual case highlights how Danish traffic laws apply equally to all road users, including those in wheelchairs. The outcome could set important precedents for mobility device users' responsibilities in public spaces.