Road Fatalities in France Increased Slightly in 2024, with Vulnerable Users at Greater Risk
Despite a minor rise in deaths, road safety figures show a decline in injuries, but significant risks persist for young adults, older pedestrians, and male drivers.
- Provisional data reveals 3,190 road deaths in metropolitan France in 2024, a 0.7% increase compared to 2023, with an additional 241 deaths in overseas territories marking a 4% rise.
- The number of injuries decreased slightly to 233,000 (-0.8%), but vulnerable users like pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists now account for 45% of fatalities and 65% of serious injuries.
- Young adults aged 18-24 remain the most at-risk group, with 531 deaths in 2024, a rise of 34 compared to the previous year, followed by older adults aged 75 and above.
- Men are disproportionately affected, representing 78% of fatalities and 84% of those deemed responsible for fatal accidents, often linked to speeding, alcohol, and drug use.
- The EU's goal of halving road deaths by 2030 appears distant, with experts emphasizing the need for behavioral changes and improved coexistence among road users.
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