Bus wheels detach on a Krasnogorsk highway incident
In Krasnogorsk, near Moscow, a shuttle bus suffered a wheel detachment while traveling on Pyatnitskoye Highway. The event occurred as the bus was halted at a red light near the Otrada shopping center. No injuries were reported, and passengers who were aboard the vehicle were able to exit safely as the bus slowed gradually instead of speeding away. The incident was documented by the Telegram channel Mash, which provided a brief description of what happened and the immediate aftermath.
According to Mash, the cause of wheels coming off may relate to overload and loose lug nuts. The channel suggested that the driver should inspect wheel fittings at the repair facility before any further trips. While the wheels left the vehicle, the bus remained in the right lane after the stop, and some passengers appeared to have exited in a calm manner as others waited for safety crews to arrive. The report highlights the importance of routine checks and maintenance to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
In a separate event in the Perm region, a train traveling at high speed collided with the side of a truck on the tracks. The impact dragged the truck along the rails, toppled a utility pole, and damaged power lines, leaving the vehicle severely damaged. Nobody on the train or the truck was reported as injured in this incident, but the impact caused a noticeable disruption. As a consequence, Moscow to Barnaul train number 96 experienced a three hour delay, affecting travelers on that service and others connected to the route.
Earlier reports noted a separate incident in Yekaterinburg involving a driver who appeared to be under the influence, leading to a major traffic collision. These events together underscore ongoing safety concerns on regional roads and rail corridors, as well as the need for strict adherence to maintenance protocols, careful driving practices, and prompt reporting when equipment shows signs of wear or malfunction. Authorities and transport operators have emphasized the value of pre-trip inspections and post-incident reviews to reduce the risk of repeat occurrences. In all cases, passengers were advised to follow official instructions and seek updates through verified channels as investigations continue and service schedules adjust accordingly.