The mayor of Roosendaal, Netherlands, Mark Buijs, sustained serious injuries Tuesday, April 23, 2026, in a bicycle accident in Scharendijke, Zeeland province. The incident has prompted concern from local officials and well-wishes for his recovery.
According to a statement released by the municipality of Roosendaal, the accident occurred around 5:30 p.m. Local time. Preliminary reports suggest Buijs fell from his bicycle in a single-vehicle incident, resulting in head trauma. He was transported to the Erasmus MC in Rotterdam for treatment.
“With concern, we have learned of a traffic accident in which Mayor Mark Buijs was seriously injured,” the municipality stated. “Mark was with his wife Christel at the time. We wish Mark, his wife Christel, their family, friends and loved ones much strength and a speedy recovery.”
As of Wednesday morning, the extent of Buijs’s injuries and his current condition remain unclear. The municipality has requested privacy for the family during this difficult time, stating that further information will be shared when appropriate.
Mark Buijs assumed the position of mayor of Roosendaal in 2024. Prior to that, he served as mayor of both Boxtel, and Oosterhout. He is married with two sons.
The incident underscores the vulnerability of public officials and the potential for unforeseen events to disrupt local governance. Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing.
