Passenger Van Collides with Pickup Truck, Injuring 5, Both Drivers Critically Injured

[Georgealbert]

 

 

Picture and video below from responders.

 

In the early hours of September 22, a passenger van collided with a pickup truck, resulting in five injuries, three of whom were trapped inside the vehicles. Both drivers sustained critical injuries, with initial reports suggesting that the pickup had been parked in the middle of the road for over an hour before the accident occurred.

 

The accident happened at approximately 05:00 on Road 3574, in the area of Pak Phraek-Pluak Daeng, Rayong Province. Pol. Lt. Rakchat Phetchom, Deputy Inspector of Pluak Daeng Police Station, was dispatched to the scene after receiving a report of a serious collision between a passenger van and a pickup truck.

 

 

At the scene, Pluak Daeng rescue teams found five injured individuals, comprising three men and two women. Three people were trapped inside the vehicles, prompting the rescue team to use cutting tools to free them. After providing first aid, the victims were rushed to Pluak Daeng Hospital for further treatment.

 

A passenger from the van reported that they were traveling from Chanthaburi to Bangkok for a medical appointment. Both drivers were severely injured and unable to provide any information.

 

Mr. Chawalit (surname withheld), 49, a security guard at a nearby factory, stated that he had noticed the pickup truck parked in the middle of the road for over an hour. He wasn't sure why it was parked there, speculating that the driver might have fallen asleep. Initially, he thought the truck was going to turn into his company, so he opened the gate, but it never did.

 

Police conducted an investigation at the scene, where both vehicles showed extensive damage. Preliminary findings suggest it is still unclear whether the pickup truck driver was asleep or had suffered a medical condition, leading to the crash. Authorities have documented the scene and collected evidence. Once both drivers' conditions stabilise , they will be summoned for further questioning as part of the legal process.

 

-- 2024-09-22

 

 

 

 

[Gottfrid]

So, that means the van driver was unable to see the pick-up truck in the middle of the road? Even if it should not be there, one must be able to see obstacles in front of you when driving.