Sports31 March, 20261 min read
Swiss Prosecutors Clear Organizers in Muriel Furrer Death After 82-Minute Search
Swiss prosecutors closed the investigation, finding no evidence of criminal wrongdoing by organizers or others. She was not found for about 82 minutes after the crash.
Furrer Found After 82 Minutes
Swiss prosecutors closed their investigation into the death of 18-year-old Swiss cyclist Muriel Furrer. She was not found for 82 minutes after crashing.
The Zurich Public Prosecutors' Office concluded there was no evidence of criminal conduct or negligence on the part of the organiser. Furrer left the road in wet conditions and crashed into a wooded area, out of sight of support vehicles and marshals.
No GPS Tracking at Worlds
Racers at the 2024 World Championships were not permitted to wear GPS trackers. The UCI introduced GPS trackers for the 2025 World Championships in Rwanda. The CPA believes this should have been implemented years ago.
Emergency Response and Community
Emergency responders arrived shortly after Furrer was found. The cycling community widely criticized the circumstances of the discovery and response. Furrer's parents have continued to support young riders affected by the tragedy.