On Thursday evening, a tragic traffic accident occurred in Orivesi, Finland, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The incident was reported to the rescue services at 18:14. According to the Central Finland Police, the accident happened when a trailer of a truck traveling from Tampere towards Jyväskylä lost control on the slippery roads. The trailer veered into the oncoming lane and collided with a passenger car, leading to the devastating outcomes.

All three deceased victims were occupants of the passenger vehicle, while one survivor was seriously injured and was transported to Tampere University Hospital, where their condition is currently reported to be stable. Fortunately, the truck driver was not physically injured in the crash. Law enforcement reported that at the time of the accident, the weather conditions were challenging, with slipperiness and inclement weather due to rain, which likely contributed to the severity of the incident.

The police are investigating the case under charges of endangering traffic safety, three counts of causing death, and one count of serious bodily injury. This tragic event highlights the dangers posed by adverse weather conditions on the road and underscores the importance of cautious driving during such circumstances.