# Fatal cyclist collisions in Bulgaria and Croatia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fatal-cyclist-collisions-in-bulgaria-and-croatia
> Updated: 2026-10-24T12:04:01.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Separate fatal traffic accidents involving elderly cyclists have been reported in Bulgaria and Croatia.

In Gabrovo, Bulgaria, an 85-year-old cyclist died following a collision with a car. Authorities launched a pre-trial investigation to determine the circumstances of the accident, noting that the driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs.

In New Zagreb, Croatia, an 88-year-old cyclist was killed when struck by a Porsche. Police reports indicate the driver was traveling between 70 and 90 km/h in a 40 km/h zone. While investigators noted the cyclist committed several traffic violations, including riding on a sidewalk without a designated lane, the driver faces criminal charges for causing the accident.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Zagreb police investigate fatal collision involving Porsche and cyclist

A 78-year-old Porsche driver faces criminal charges after a fatal collision with an 88-year-old cyclist in Zagreb, Croatia, while traveling significantly above the speed limit.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ljubljana-bus-accident-results-in-death-of-84-year-old-cyclist

### 2026-10-18: Gabrovo: 85-year-old cyclist killed in collision with car

An 85-year-old cyclist died after colliding with a car in Gabrovo. Police are investigating the fatal accident, noting the driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gabrovo-85-year-old-cyclist-killed-in-collision-with-car

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