On Saturday, a car accident occurred in Ylöjärvi when the driver lost control due to slippery road conditions, leading to a collision with an oncoming heavy vehicle. The police reported that the incident happened on Highway 3 while the car was traveling towards Tampere. Despite attempts to brake and maneuver, the heavy vehicle was unable to avoid the sudden and rapid accident, resulting in the immediate fatalities of the car's driver and passenger. Meanwhile, the passenger in the truck sustained minor injuries.

The accident raised concerns about road safety, particularly as the speed limit in the area was set at 80 km/h, and it was confirmed that neither speeding nor substance abuse played a role in the crash. Authorities are now investigating the incident as a case of endangering traffic safety and manslaughter, given that both the suspected driver of the personal vehicle and their passenger were killed in the collision. Further details regarding the cause of death are pending as the authorities conduct their investigation.

The incident highlights the dangers posed by poor road conditions, especially during adverse weather conditions. The police have not provided additional information regarding the ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatalities, but it reiterates the importance of road safety measures and the need for caution when driving in potentially hazardous conditions.