In Miass, a deep hole formed during pipeline repairs near a kindergarten, and an excavator with a 64-year-old operator slipped into it, ending up crushing a car that had been parked nearby. The incident was reported by a Telegram channel known as 31tv.ru, which provided details from the scene and described the dramatic moment when the machine dropped into the trench being dug for maintenance work. Although the machine encroached on the surrounding area and the cab appeared to settle against the vehicle, there were no fatalities reported in connection with the accident. {CITATION: 31tv.ru Telegram channel}
The photographs captured at the site show the excavator’s cabin pressed down near the car and a bucket arc hovering above the roof, illustrating the precarious balance of heavy equipment in active repair zones. The sedan sustained damage to the trunk and rear fender as a result of the impact, but safety protocols and swift on-site response helped prevent a worse outcome. Investigators and local authorities were later involved to assess the incident, the mechanical causes, and any procedural shortcomings that might have contributed to the accident. {CITATION: 31tv.ru Telegram channel}
Earlier, in the Rostov region, a separate incident occurred in a private yard where a dump truck reportedly displaced a portion of a gas pipeline structure. The event is described as having been triggered by the driver choking on sugar, which led to the loss of control and the inadvertent disruption of several pipeline supports. Emergency crews were called to secure the site, ensure there were no gas leaks, and restore stability to the affected utilities. This episode underscores the importance of careful vehicle operation within utility corridors and the need for clear, enforced safety procedures around utility infrastructure during nearby work. {CITATION: 31tv.ru Telegram channel}
In a different development, reports from Yakutia mention law enforcement actions involving a miner and precious metals. It is stated that traffic authorities detained a miner linked to a substantial gold shipment valued at an amount reported as 100 million rubles, highlighting the ongoing concerns around illicit trafficking and the monitoring of resource-related movements in remote regions. Such cases often prompt investigations into procurement chains, accountability within mining districts, and the broader framework of regional security measures. {CITATION: 31tv.ru Telegram channel}