A serious road traffic accident, caused by a gross violation of traffic rules, was registered in the town of Aytos. On Thursday afternoon, a 19-year-old young man, driving a passenger car, struck an elderly man who was moving on an electric tricycle.
Details of the Accident and the Disregarded "Stop" Sign
The incident occurred at the busy intersection between Tsar Osvoboditel and Dimcho Karagyozov streets. According to preliminary information and witness testimonies, the cause of the tragedy was the young driver's failure to comply with a basic road safety rule.
The 19-year-old driver did not stop at the placed road sign "Stop", which obligates drivers to grant full right-of-way to all other traffic participants. Entering the intersection uncontrollably, he struck the electric tricycle that was lawfully moving on a priority road.
The Injured Person is a 76-Year-Old Resident of Aytos
The victim of the reckless driving was a 76-year-old man, a resident of Aytos, who was operating the tricycle. The collision was extremely strong, and the scene of the incident, which was quickly cordoned off by police authorities, caused visible concern among the dozens of eyewitnesses.
The injured elderly man sustained abrasions and contusions to his head and right leg. Immediately upon the arrival of the Emergency Aid teams, he was transported to a hospital for a thorough examination and medical assistance. Despite the seriousness of the incident and the severe injuries, doctors determined that the life of the 76-year-old Aytos resident is out of danger.
The case has been taken over by law enforcement authorities. A thorough investigation is currently underway to establish all the facts and circumstances surrounding the serious accident. Pre-trial proceedings will likely be initiated against the young driver, whose non-compliance with the rules led to the incident. The incident once again raises the question of discipline on the road and the irresponsible behavior of some young drivers.