A delivery vehicle struck a tree and ended up in a ditch on the provincial road no. 382 between Świdnica and Strzegom, resulting in one individual being transported to the hospital. The incident took place early on February 13, shortly before 10:00 AM, prompting quick responses from local emergency services.
According to police reports, the driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, lost control of the Ford delivery truck, veered across to the opposite lane, and collided with both the tree and the roadside ditch. ASP Michał Rzepecki from the Komenda Powiatowa Policji (KPP) of Świdnica noted, "The driver veered onto the opposite lane for reasons yet to be determined, crashing first against the tree and then landing in the ditch." The driver was injured but details concerning the severity of those injuries were not disclosed.
Two fire brigade units, emergency medical services, and local police were dispatched to the accident scene to manage the situation and assist the driver. The response was reportedly swift, with emergency personnel arriving to secure the area and provide medical assistance. Traffic flow at the scene was limited to alternating directions, leading to local delays. According to local authorities, these disruptions were expected to continue until approximately noon as investigations and recovery operations proceeded.
This incident raises concerns about road safety on the busy provincial roads connecting Świdnica and Strzegom, highlighting the need for heightened awareness among drivers. Local residents recall similar occurrences and have frequently emphasized the necessity for improved signage and road maintenance to prevent such accidents.
Eyewitnesses to the event described the scene as chaotic, with emergency lights flashing and the presence of first responders working diligently to tend to the driver. One resident remarked, "It’s alarming to see such accidents happen so often here — it makes you think twice when you’re driving on these roads." Community discussions are now surfacing around potential measures to improve safety protocols on the roadway.
Traffic authorities will likely investigate the accident to ascertain specific causes, including potential mechanical failure or driver error. Local law enforcement is once again urging drivers to remain vigilant, adhere to speed regulations, and stay alert to changing road conditions.
The exact nature of the driver’s injuries and any additional circumstances surrounding this accident have yet to be fully detailed by authorities. Updates are expected as investigations continue, and local agencies aim for clarity on the reasons behind this troubling incident.