On Monday, February 10, a deadly road accident occurred near the village of Karachunivka in the Kryvyi Rih district of Dnipropetrovsk region. The driver of the Lada car at a pedestrian crossing knocked down a cyclist who crossed the road with his vehicle.
According to preliminary information, the 38-year-old driver of the car headed to Kryvyi Rih. The man did not have time to slow down when the cyclist began to cross the road at the pedestrian crossing. The blow was so strong that the bike flew into pieces and the pedestrian died in place.
Doctors who came to the call only stated the death of the victim. As a result of the collision of damage, the car also suffered.
The police immediately arrived at the scene, which began to find out the circumstances of the tragedy. According to the driver, he does not remember how the accident happened. The situation is complicated by the fact that the event happened at dawn, when visibility on the road could be limited.
The relatives of the deceased also arrived at the scene to help the investigators to install the details of the incident.
This tragedy is reminiscent of the importance of compliance with traffic rules by all its participants. Especially at pedestrian crossings, which should be increased areas for drivers. Police urge drivers and pedestrians to be careful, especially in the dark and in the unlit areas of roads.
Meanwhile, the investigation is ongoing, and the responsibility for this deadly accident will be determined by law enforcement.
