Road accident in Sumy region: minibus flew off the road and overturned, 8 people injured
Kyiv • UNN
In the Romny district of Sumy region, a 22-year-old driver of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus drove onto the roadside, which led to its overturning. Two passengers were hospitalized, and six others received medical assistance without hospitalization.
On Wednesday, January 7, a road accident occurred in the Romny district of Sumy region, as a result of which 8 people were injured. This was reported by UNN with reference to the police of Sumy region.
Details
The accident occurred near the village of Bobryk in the Romny district, around 06:35. As the investigation established, a 22-year-old driver of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus, moving in the direction of Kyiv, drove onto the side of the road.
As a result, the vehicle overturned, two passengers aged 20 and 53 were taken to the hospital with bodily injuries, and six more were provided with medical assistance without hospitalization.
Regarding this fact, the police are deciding on opening a criminal proceeding. Investigative actions are ongoing
Police also reminded drivers that in winter, the risk of road accidents increases due to difficult weather conditions, so they should be especially attentive and careful.
While driving, you cannot exceed a safe speed, even if the road seems clear, because black ice can be imperceptible
Recall
In Kyiv, against the background of worsening weather conditions, an accident involving 13 cars occurred. As a result of the collision, traffic in the direction of Vyshhorod was complicated.