Child on bicycle riding wrong way avoids serious injury after colliding with car in Koropi

Three children on bicycles narrowly avoided serious injury in Koropi, Greece, after one of them collided with a car while riding against traffic. The incident occurred on the afternoon of June 19, 2026, on Pavlou Melas Street. The children were reportedly riding their bikes the wrong way down the road. As they approached an intersection with Georgias Street, one of the young cyclists failed to stop or check for oncoming vehicles. The car driver, proceeding normally, was suddenly confronted by the child darting in front of her. The bicycle's wheel made contact with the vehicle, causing the child to fall onto the asphalt, creating a moment of intense fear for bystanders. The driver immediately stopped her car and exited to check on the child. Passersby also rushed to assist. Although visibly frightened and in shock, the child sustained only minor scratches and redness, escaping any significant harm. After the initial scare, the children remounted their bikes and left the scene. The young cyclist was fortunate to have only suffered light injuries and bruises, avoiding a potentially much worse outcome.