25/04/2025
I am deeply saddened by the horrible accident this past Easter weekend which resulted in the tragic death of one cyclist and the injury of another.
I send my deepest condolences to Mr. Per Undheim’s family and loved ones for this devastating loss. Mr. Undheim was the physiotherapist of the late Mr. Bobby Nunes, a pioneer and founder of the Cayman Islands Cycling Associations. Mr. Nunes thought very highly of Mr. Undheim.
I also extend best wishes to Andy, the other cyclist, and pray he be blessed with good health and a quick recovery.
As a former competitive cyclist, I know the risks, but Cayman’s roads are becoming more dangerous. Drunk driving is out of control, there’s hardly any traffic enforcement, and we’ve got too many cars, too few reliable transport options, and way too many inexperienced drivers.
There’s no reason why Cayman’s roads can’t be a better, safer place for both cyclists and vehicles to share.
It’s time for real change. Safer roads. Shared respect for all who use the roads.
We need to have an educational safety campaign that relates to cycling and pedestrian safety in our communities.
Many use bicycles as a means of transportation which helps reduce the high traffic congestion we face today in Cayman, yet they are become targets by out of control, lawless drivers under the influence of alcohol or just speeding.
As Mr. Orrett Connor stated in a recent Cayman Compass article, I support updates to the Cayman Islands’ Road Code to follow the UK’s lead in prioritizing cycling safety and protecting our most vulnerable road users — pedestrians, joggers and cyclists. They have equal rights on the road, and drivers must give them space and show more care. 📸
