A female cyclist was struck by a car Thursday morning in Järna, a community just south of Stockholm. Police confirmed the woman required air ambulance transport to a hospital.
The motorist left the location before authorities arrived. Law enforcement officials are now searching for both the driver and the vehicle involved in the incident.
Investigators have opened a preliminary investigation for aggravated assault causing bodily harm and hit-and-run. The case involves serious traffic violations that carry substantial penalties under Swedish law.
Hit-and-run incidents remain a persistent challenge in Swedish traffic safety despite strict penalties. This case highlights the ongoing risks cyclists face on roads throughout the Stockholm region.
Järna sits approximately 40 kilometers southwest of central Stockholm in Södertälje Municipality. The area features mixed residential and commercial zones with frequent cyclist and pedestrian activity.