Lyon, December 15 – A terrible road accident in the 8th arrondissement of Lyon on Monday night resulted in the death of a person riding a scooter. The incident, which occurred around 0:45 AM on Paul-Santy Avenue, involved a collision between a delivery van and a car. The van overturned and landed on the scooter rider, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Details of the Tragic Collision
The accident took place at the intersection of Paul-Santy Avenue and Rue Hugues-Guéruin. A delivery van reportedly collided with a car at high speed, causing the van to flip over. The overturned vehicle then crushed a person who was riding a scooter.
Emergency services, including firefighters and SAMU, quickly arrived at the scene but were unable to resuscitate the victim. The death was confirmed on-site.
Driver Under Influence of Cannabis
Police investigations are currently underway. Initial reports suggest that the driver of the delivery van may have run a red light before the collision. Furthermore, the driver tested positive for cannabis and has since been taken into custody.
A source close to the investigation confirmed the positive drug test, adding a severe dimension to the tragic event. The police are continuing their work to determine the exact circumstances leading to the accident.
Investigations Continue
Authorities have launched a full investigation into the incident. The focus will be on reconstructing the events leading up to the collision, including the actions of both drivers and the exact cause of the scooter rider’s death.
This tragic event highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and the dangers of driving under the influence of illicit substances. Local officials are expected to address the incident as further details emerge from the ongoing investigation.
Source: https://actu.fr/auvergne-rhone-alpes/lyon_69123/lyon-terrible-accident-une-personne-a-trottinette-meurt-ecrasee-par-un-chauffeur-drogue_63576232.html
