On Oct. 20, a Fiat and a Renault delivery van collided near Stróżewo in Płońsk County, injuring both drivers, with the Fiat crashing into a tree and the Renault overturning.
Incident Details
After 9 a.m. on Oct. 20, a Fiat and a Renault delivery van collided in the vicinity of Stróżewo. Both drivers sustained injuries and were transported to hospital.
Preliminary Findings
Investigations suggest the 31‑year‑old Fiat driver failed to yield to the 49‑year‑old Renault driver at the intersection. Post‑collision, the Fiat struck a tree, while the Renault overturned.
Driver Statement
The Fiat driver reported he was blinded by the sun as he approached the intersection. Police are reviewing manoeuvres and decision‑making factors.
Police Response
Officers secured the scene, carried out procedural actions, and are conducting a detailed inquiry into the circumstances of the crash.
Weather Conditions
The accident occurred amid shifting autumn weather. Periodic intense sunshine can severely reduce visibility and complicate road assessment.
Safety Message
Police urge drivers to exercise caution, take feet off the accelerator, and adjust speed to prevailing road conditions, warning that autumn weather can be unpredictable.
