In Dolgoprudny, near Moscow, a traffic incident unfolded when a woman driver fainted behind the wheel, causing her Kia Soul to veer into the oncoming lane. Eyewitnesses and local traffic police acted quickly to avert a potential disaster, coordinating to bring the car to a safe stop.
According to reports from the Mash Telegram channel, the Kia Soul traveled onto the highway and began inching toward the opposing traffic. The moment the danger became apparent, nearby drivers and pedestrians collaborated to slow the vehicle and eventually lift it off the base of a jack used to stabilize the car. This collective effort prevented a head-on collision and allowed responders to assess the situation more clearly.
Investigators later confirmed that the female driver lost consciousness, leaving the car doors locked and the vehicle under power during the episode. The presence of police on the scene prompted immediate medical involvement, with dispatchers calling for an ambulance to evaluate and treat the driver upon stabilization. In the tense moments that followed, the driver started to regain consciousness and unintentionally pressed the accelerator, causing the Kia to shift off the jack and roll toward traffic again.
To prevent a repeat occurrence or further risk, a traffic police officer elected to break the glass of the damaged right rear door, enabling entry and the securing of the vehicle. This decisive action helped to isolate the immediate danger and ensure the safety of nearby motorists as the situation changed rapidly. Once the driver was safely brought under care, responders transferred custody of the scene to medical teams for further assessment and treatment.
This incident underscores how critical calm, coordinated responses are in high-stress traffic emergencies. It also highlights the potential danger when a driver may be incapacitated while operating a moving vehicle. Eyewitnesses and officers alike demonstrated situational awareness and teamwork that reduced the risk to themselves and others on the road.
In related news, earlier reports highlighted a separate collision in which a Toyota driver backed into a dump truck during an on-road incident, illustrating the variety of scenarios that road users may encounter and the ongoing need for vigilance and prompt intervention by authorities and bystanders alike.
Authorities remind drivers to stay attentive behind the wheel, ensure that all passengers are properly secured, and be prepared to act when a vehicle becomes a hazard to others. If a medical emergency occurs while driving, the best course is to contact emergency services immediately and, when safe, pull over to a secure location to minimize risk to everyone on the road. This approach, combined with the support of vigilant witnesses and trained responders, can make the difference between a near miss and a tragic outcome. Attribution: Mash Telegram channel reported the sequence of events and responses as they unfolded on the scene.