A bojer struck two walkers on frozen Lake Ukiel in Olsztyn on January 17, 2026, sending both to hospital.
Accident on Lake Ukiel
The incident occurred on Saturday, January 17, 2026, around 13:00 on Lake Ukiel in Olsztyn. According to initial police findings, a 50-year-old man driving a bojer ran over two people who were walking on the frozen lake surface. The bojer operator was sober. He explained to officers that he did not notice the people in front of him. The injured individuals, however, reported that they also did not see the approaching vehicle.
Injured Taken to Hospital
Following the accident, emergency services were called to the scene. Both individuals were transported to the hospital. It was reported that one of them suffered a leg injury. Fortunately, the injuries were not serious, and the injured individuals are not in life-threatening condition. Police officers conducted an inspection and secured the scene of the incident. After a preliminary analysis, the incident was classified as an accident.
Police Investigating Circumstances
Authorities are currently establishing the detailed circumstances of the incident, reports the Olsztyn City Police Headquarters. Among other things, the way the bojer was used, its speed, and the behavior of all people on the ice at the time of the accident are being checked.
Danger on Ice. Police Appeal
Police officers point out that frozen lakes attract both walkers and winter sports enthusiasts. However, ice can be unpredictable, which can pose a real threat to people recreating in this manner. Police are appealing for safety to always be the top priority.
