At 5:50 p.m. on a road in Stare Grochale, a 44‑year‑old Polish Audi driver on a driving ban crashed into a BMW, breaking the car in half and leaving one injured.
Accident in Stare Grochale
At approximately 17:50, a serious collision occurred on a local road, involving two passenger cars. One person was injured and taken to hospital.
Impact on Vehicles and Drivers
The 44‑year‑old Audi driver failed to adjust speed to road conditions, left the lane, and collided sideways with a BMW driven by a 30‑year‑old driver.
Both vehicles plunged into a roadside ditch; the Audi’s body broke in half while the BMW remained largely intact.
Emergency Response and Road Closure
Firefighters used hydraulic tools to free the trapped Audi driver, who was then transferred to medical care. A joint task force of firefighters, EMTs, a medical helicopter, and police were on site.
The road is blocked in both directions pending further investigation.
Alcohol Level and Legal Status
Investigations revealed the Audi driver was intoxicated, with a breath test reading 1.3‰, and possessed a court‑issued driving ban.
The BMW driver was sober. The intoxicated driver was escorted by police to a hospital while officials continue to probe the incident.
