Policemen from the Police Station in Ozymandias, under the supervision of the District Prosecutor's Office in Wiesel, explain the circumstances of the accident that occurred in the town of Scuzzy. On an unlit stretch of road, a 47-year-old pedestrian was hit by personal Volvo. The pedestrian died on the spot.
The tragic event took place on Wednesday, August 22 at 21.15 on the provincial road No. 486 in the town of Scuzzy (Ozymandias commune). As it results from the preliminary findings, on a straight stretch of road, outside the built-up area, in an unlit place, a 20-year-old Volvo car driver hit a 47-year-old pedestrian on the road.
Despite attempts to resuscitate a pedestrian, the Ozymandias commune died on the spot as a result of injuries. The driver of the car was sober. The 47-year-old body and the vehicle were secured at the disposal of the prosecutor's office. Police officers carried out a detailed inspection securing forensic traces.
Traffic policemen appeal to everyone, both drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, to exercise particular caution and prudence. Drivers should remember to navigate the road with lights on and observe the speed limits, and when weather conditions are worse, to slow down according to the principle that slower means safer. We appeal not to charge, think or anticipate threats. It is worth to check the technical condition of the vehicle, which will answer the question of whether our vehicle is efficient and safe. A special appeal is also directed to pedestrians not to go directly in front of an oncoming vehicle. Even at the pedestrian crossing, make sure that the driver can slow down. Of course, the pedestrian takes precedence over the passage, but here the principle of limited trust is applicable.
Every pedestrian and cyclist should also remember about their safety and take care to be visible. A reflective vest, key chain, reflective tapes or even a flashlight will make it easier to see the oncoming driver when moving on a poorly lit road.
We would like to remind you that from August 31, 2014, all pedestrians who move around the dusk along the way outside the built-up area must have a reflection visible to the drivers. The lack of a reflective element is threatened by a fine. Although traffic regulations do not impose an obligation to use vests and reflective materials in the built-up area, they, to a large extent, improve visibility. They give drivers valuable time to take the right response - often saving lives and health.
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