Tragic authorities report confirms a deadly road crash in the Rostov region, resulting in five fatalities, including three children. The incident involved a collision between a car and a truck on a regional highway, and it was first disclosed by the Main Directorate of the Rostov Region of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The update was provided by RIA News and has since been verified by local emergency services as part of ongoing investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
According to the latest account, the collision occurred on December 21, in the early evening hours, around 18:20 Moscow time, along the Rostov-Stavropol route at the 153rd kilometer marker. Authorities indicated that a Volkswagen Polo crossed into oncoming traffic, colliding with a MAN truck that was attached to a semi-trailer. The force of the impact caused a multi-vehicle incident statement, drawing in relevant road safety agencies for immediate aid and scene management. The focus of the inquiry remains on whether lane discipline, speed, or other factors contributed to the head‑on crash that unfolded on a stretch of highway frequently used by long-distance traffic and local commuters alike.
At the scene, the Volkswagen Polo driver and three passengers lost their lives on impact, while a fourth occupant who was transported to a nearby medical facility succumbed to injuries shortly after arrival. Rescue teams and investigators worked through the night to recover victims and secure the scene for forensic examination. Officials stressed the importance of seat belt use and vehicle maintenance as ongoing lessons from this incident, underscoring the role of responsible driving in reducing the severity of such crashes and protecting vulnerable road users on busy corridors.
Earlier in the day, in the Moscow region, a separate incident involved a taxi colliding with another vehicle near Mytishchi. The vehicle reportedly veered toward a bus stop area, where two young pedestrians were struck. Eyewitness footage from the scene showed a BMW colliding with a pole and subsequently toppling into the bus stop after a collision with a Kia taxi, illustrating how quickly urban intersections can become dangerous when drivers fail to anticipate cross-traffic and pedestrians. Emergency responders arrived promptly to provide medical care and begin inquiry into the factors contributing to the collision, including vehicle speeds and driver behavior as the investigation proceeded.
In a further development, a head-on accident was reported in Moscow involving a former Mercedes vehicle, with initial details pointing to a violent impact between two passenger cars. The incident drew attention to the broader patterns of urban road risk, prompting discussions among traffic safety officials about intersection design, enforcement of speed limits, and the effectiveness of public safety campaigns aimed at preventing such tragedies from recurring in densely populated areas.