A case was opened in the DPR after an accident involving cyclists and a KAMAZ truck

14.08.2024 21:30

New details have become known about the high-profile accident that occurred in the DPR.

A criminal case was opened after a collision between a KAMAZ truck and cyclists.

RIA Novosti learned about this from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Donetsk People's Republic.

It is noted that a criminal case has been opened against the KAMAZ driver who was at fault in the accident under the article on violation of the rules for the operation of vehicles, which resulted in death.

The defendant in the case could be sentenced to up to five years in prison.

the police
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Circumstances of the case

The accident occurred in the DPR on August 12 on the ring road.

A group of underage cyclists were riding with a support vehicle when a truck crashed into them.

As a result of the collision, seven teenagers were injured, two of whom were taken to hospitals in serious condition.

The 17-year-old girl eventually died as a result of her injuries.

The reason why the KAMAZ crashed into a column of cyclists is being clarified.

Irina Tint Author: Irina Tint Editor of Internet resources