They are not isolated accidents. Something escapes us when the same story is practically repeated every week: a driver commits imprudence at the wheel and takes the life of a cyclist on the road ahead. And in a few case, the aggravation is given that the offender exceeded the maximum alcohol rate allowed.
In 2015 there were 58 Spanish cyclists who died run over -And another 652 that were serious injuries. On April 22, the same misfortune was primed with an entire champion: Michele Scarponi, champion of the Italian turn and one of the most charismatic runners in the platoon. A van took him ahead when he trained.
And this weekend others Two cyclists lost their lives When a driver invaded her lane and killed them in Oliva (Valencia). The driver positive for alcohol and drugs.
The feeling of both fans and professionals is unanimous and ask that the penalties and sanctions be tightened to the causes of this type of abuse. Three icons of Spanish cycling, such as Joaquim 'Purito' Rodríguez, Alejandro Valverde and Alberto Contador, have publicly shown their outrage asking for more respect for cyclists on the road and tougher penalties through their profiles on Twitter.
We cannot continue like this. You have to stop this once and for all. What is the number of dead to make a fair law? Respect for the cyclist
- Joaquim Rodríguez (@puritorodriguez) May 7, 2017
The figures continue to increase and unfortunately nothing changes. We need more respect for the cyclist and tougher sorrows. We are not sure.
- Alejandro Valverde (@alejanvalverde) May 7, 2017
Two other dead cyclists hit by a woman who tripled the alcohol rate and tested positive for drugs.
- Alberto accountant (@albertocontador) May 8, 2017
Those two cyclists who killed yesterday were here a week ago enjoyed their passion. Very sad. pic.twitter.com/yrvltlcp2t
- Alberto accountant (@albertocontador) May 8, 2017
