Truck Crash on Expressway: 16 Vehicles Wrecked, 17 Injured

Georgealbert · 2024-09-22T21:42:12Z

Picture from responders.

An incident occurred on the Kanchanaphisek Expressway on the evening of September 22, when a truck experienced brake failure, leading to a massive collision involving 16 vehicles. The incident left 17 people injured, prompting authorities to close the expressway for over an hour to manage the situation.

At around 17:00, it was reported that the multi-vehicle crash took place at kilometre marker 18+600 on the Kanchanaphisek Expressway. Emergency crews were dispatched immediately to aid the injured and clear the wreckage, with traffic halted for more than an hour.

By 18:30, some lanes were reopened, though rescue teams continued working to remove the damaged vehicles. The use of heavy-duty tow trucks was required to clear the scene and restore full traffic flow.

Dashcam footage (below) from one of the vehicles involved captured the moment of the accident. A long line of cars had slowed down near the end of the Chao Phraya River bridge when a 22-wheel container truck, traveling at high speed, failed to stop and plowed into the waiting vehicles. The crash resulted in a chain-reaction pile-up, causing widespread destruction.

Among the 16 vehicles involved were sedans, pickup trucks, trailers, and a gas tanker. Cars were scattered across the expressway in what was described as a chaotic scene. The Samut Prakan Emergency Medical Services Command Centre coordinated with Pra Nakhon Radio Centre to dispatch ambulances and volunteer teams from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation to assist the injured. Nearby hospitals were also notified to prepare for incoming patients.

In total, 17 people were injured, including the driver of the truck responsible for the crash. Fortunately, all injuries were reported to be minor to moderate, with all victims receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.

-- 2024-09-23