A 45-year-old pedestrian was struck by a Hyundai at a Marki crossing on January 14; both parties were fined for equal fault.
Incident Details
On Wednesday, January 14 at 15:50, emergency services responded to a road accident in Marki (Wołomin County) at 30 Legionowa Street, where a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. Firefighters, police, and a medical rescue team were dispatched to the scene.
Emergency Response
Upon arrival, firefighters secured the area while paramedics provided assistance to the injured pedestrian. Authorities determined at the scene that the woman did not require hospital transport.
Police Investigation
Police officers reconstructed the incident, finding that a 45-year-old pedestrian entered the roadway at a designated crossing during difficult weather conditions, directly in front of an approaching vehicle. The 25-year-old driver of a Hyundai, despite driving slowly, failed to stop in time, resulting in a collision. The vehicle subsequently veered into a ditch.
Legal Consequences
In the police assessment, both road users contributed equally to the occurrence of the event. Both the 45-year-old pedestrian and the 25-year-old Hyundai driver were issued fines for their roles in the incident.
