French Transport Minister François Durovray has vowed to take action against motorized violence following the tragic death of 27-year-old cyclist Paul Varry. Varry was allegedly deliberately run over by an SUV driver in Paris, leading to protests calling for safer roads and an end to motorized violence.
Durovray, an avid cyclist himself, met with cycling associations to launch a new mission titled “Against Violence, Protect All Road Users.” He promised to work closely with cycling groups to make roads safer for all users, whether in a car, on a bike, or by foot.
Varry was known for advocating for urban cycling in Saint-Ouen, a suburb of Paris, and his death sparked tributes and emotions nationwide. The co-president of the cycling association FUB highlighted the common issue of motorized violence in Paris, stating that every cyclist has a story of threats, pressure, endangerment, or even deliberate collisions.
The tragic incident has reignited debates on road safety and cyclist protection in France, where the number of cyclists in urban areas is on the rise. Durovray’s commitment to addressing motorized violence and working with cycling associations signals a potential shift towards safer roads for cyclists and other road users in the country.
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