A traffic incident in the Voronezh region involved a VAZ-21074, a compact sedan popular in many parts of Russia. The vehicle, driven by a 19-year-old, left the roadway and plunged from a bridge. Three people sustained injuries and were transported to a medical facility for evaluation and care. This summary comes from the regional police via their Telegram channel, which routinely provides updates on road conditions, incidents, and ongoing investigations.
According to the Voronezh police, the crash affected a driver and two young passengers, all residents of Voronezh, with ages 16 and 18 respectively. The injuries were described as varying in severity, prompting medical assessment and treatment at a local health facility. Details about the exact nature of injuries were not disclosed in the initial report, as officers continue to investigate the incident and gather evidence from the scene.
The accident is reported to have occurred in the village of Chesmenka, situated in the Bobrovsky district. Witnesses and investigators noted that the driver lost control of the Zhiguli model, veered across the road, and went off the bridge on the left side. A scene photo shows significant damage to the car, including deformation to the roof on the right side. Police are systematically reviewing possible contributing factors such as speed, road conditions, and driver performance to determine the full set of circumstances surrounding the crash.
In a separate and unrelated note, a garbage truck in Novosibirsk reportedly collapsed into a building. The report was brief and did not indicate further details about injuries or structural impact. Local authorities are assessing safety concerns and ensuring that the surrounding area remains secure while workers inspect the site for stability and any potential hazards. This incident is being monitored by public safety officials as part of ongoing efforts to document urban vehicle accidents and their aftermaths for residents and travelers alike.