A 60-year-old woman sustained serious injuries after being hit by a bus while walking her bicycle across a crosswalk in Zielonka, Poland, around 10:30 AM.
Incident Details
Around 10:30 AM, a serious accident occurred at the intersection of Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński Avenue (DW634) and Chopin Street in Zielonka, Wołomin County.
The victim, a woman approximately 60 years old, suffered severe injuries and was transported to a hospital.
Circumstances of the Collision
Preliminary investigations indicate the woman was crossing the pedestrian crossing while leading her bicycle when an Opel bus struck her.
At the time of the incident, the traffic lights at the intersection were malfunctioning, displaying a flashing yellow signal.
Emergency Response
The force of the impact caused the woman to fall several meters from the point of impact.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, providing on-site medical assistance before transporting her to the hospital.
Driver Status and Traffic Management
Authorities confirmed the bus driver was not under the influence of alcohol.
Two fire crews, a medical rescue team, and the police were involved in the response.
Traffic flow in the area was temporarily reduced to alternating one-way lanes during the investigation and cleanup.
Roadwork Context
This incident occurred at a location on DW634 in Zielonka that has recently experienced significant disruptions due to ongoing road reconstruction.
The city had announced the final stages of the route’s modernization, including the Chopin Street intersection, earlier in April.
Ongoing Investigation
Police are investigating the precise circumstances of the collision, including the events at the pedestrian crossing and the functionality of the traffic signals at the time of the accident.