At 10:06 a.m. on Jerusalem Avenue in central Warsaw, a man was struck by tram line 25 and taken to hospital in critical condition.
Incident Overview
At 10:06 a.m. on Jerusalem Avenue near Pankiewicza Street, a man was hit by tram line 25 as he stepped onto the tracks in a prohibited area. The collision shattered the tram’s front window and caused the victim to suffer sudden cardiac arrest.
Immediate Response
Emergency crews began cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the scene, restoring life functions. The man was then transferred by ambulance to a hospital where he remains in critical condition.
Preliminary Investigation
Police will examine the exact sequence of events, including the pedestrian’s direction and how he entered the forbidden crossing. Surveillance footage and witness reports will help reconstruct the crash.
Civic Safety Reminder
Authorities warn that pedestrians repeatedly cross the prohibited spots on Jerusalem Avenue, exposing themselves to tram and vehicle collisions. They urge use of designated and underground crossings and increased caution on busy arteries.
Service Disruptions
Tram traffic along Jerusalem Avenue near Pankiewicza toward Zawisza Square has been halted. Lines 7, 9, 22, 24 and 25 are operating on detour routes; certain sections are running in one‑way operation.