On Monday, a 53‑year‑old resident of Gostynin County was captured after fatally striking a 78‑year‑old cyclist on the DW 581 highway near Sokołów and then fleeing the scene.
Fatal collision on DW 581
A 78‑year‑old cyclist was struck by a vehicle on the DW 581 highway near Sokołów in Gostynin County on Monday. Despite immediate first‑aid assistance, she succumbed to her injuries at the hospital.
Rapid police response and capture
Police from the Road Traffic Division arrived quickly, followed by units from Criminal, Prevention, and district departments who conducted an intensive investigation. They identified a Citroën driven by a 53‑year‑old resident of the county as the suspect.
The driver was arrested the same day in Gostynin County and later placed in the County Police Headquarters. He was sober at the time of his detention.
Legal charges and potential penalty
The prosecutor charged the driver with causing a fatal traffic accident and fleeing the scene, offences punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
Preliminary detention and court order
The Gostynin District Court granted the prosecutor’s request for temporary detention, and the 53‑year‑old will spend the next three months in custody pending trial.