A trolleybus in Vilnius struck a woman at a crosswalk, resulting in her hospitalization and an ongoing police investigation.
In Vilnius, Lithuania, a serious incident occurred when a trolleybus, operated by a 41-year-old female driver, entered a crossroads while the traffic signal was red, striking a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 32-year-old woman, was crossing at the crosswalk when the accident happened around 2:02 PM on Pylimo Street. This incident was reported by the police shortly after it took place.
Emergency medical services were quick to respond, and the injured woman was promptly taken to the hospital for treatment. The authorities have begun a preliminary investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Details are still emerging, but the focus now lies on understanding the actions of the trolleybus driver and the contributing factors that led to the collision.
This incident raises critical concerns about pedestrian safety and public transportation regulations in urban areas. As the investigation proceeds, it will likely lead to discussions about traffic control measures, driver training, and the importance of adhering to traffic signals to prevent similar accidents in the future.
