Pedestrian killed on Hemus motorway near Novi Pazar, driver identified

Tragedy on Hemus Motorway: Pedestrian loses their life near Novi Pazar

A serious traffic accident ended fatally for a 52-year-old man on the Hemus Motorway. The report of the incident was received early in the morning at 05:11, after a pedestrian was struck in a section where temporary traffic organization was in place.

The incident occurred about 300 meters after a gas station near Novi Pazar, in the direction of Varna.

Police and fire brigade teams were immediately dispatched to the scene to conduct an inspection. At the moment, traffic in the area has been fully restored.

Investigation of the incident

• The identity of the deceased has been established – a 52-year-old man.
• The Shumen police quickly took action, during which a truck driver was identified.
• Procedural and investigative actions are forthcoming to clarify the driver's involvement in the accident.
• Pre-trial proceedings have been initiated in the case.

Investigative authorities continue their work to clarify the circumstances that led to the death of the pedestrian on the motorway.