A city in the Tula region, Uzlovaya, witnessed a sudden loss of vehicle control when a car maneuvered poorly and struck a road sign. The sign toppled and ended up only centimeters from a nearby pedestrian, sparing her from harm by a swift sidestep. Surveillance footage from a nearby camera shows the moment when the accident unfolded at a cross street: a Lada XRay making a left turn collided with the rear of a Lada Priora that was continuing straight. The Priora was pushed off the road by the impact and collided with a pole carrying the “Pedestrian crossing” sign. The sign then collapsed and settled near the pedestrian, who reacted quickly to step aside and avoid injury. Early information indicates that neither driver sustained serious injuries in the collision.
In a separate incident earlier, a group of passengers in Sarov allegedly struck a cyclist who was approaching a pedestrian crossing, raising concerns about road safety and the behavior of drivers near crosswalks.
Additionally, another event was reported on the M-11 highway near the Leningrad region, involving military trucks and a separate collision. The incidents collectively highlight ongoing risks at intersections and the urgency of vigilance for both drivers and pedestrians.