A traffic incident unfolded in the Leningrad region near Kirishi, leaving seven people injured. The information comes from Russia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, referencing the press service for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. The report notes that the collision involved a domestic vehicle, a Lada, and a Honda, and occurred on the day before on the highway between Chudovo and Lodeynoye Pole. An 18-year-old driver of the domestic car initially fled the scene, and this driver was later hospitalized with fractures. A 16-year-old passenger, described as a friend of the driver, was admitted with a serious condition. Two additional teenagers sustained injuries of moderate severity in the same incident. Those inside the foreign car fared better; all passengers were reported to be under medical supervision and included a 3-year-old boy and a 41-year-old woman.
Further reports indicate that on August 12, traffic police in the Leningrad region engaged in a pursuit with a car that refused to stop when signaled by law enforcement. Officials confirmed that the vehicle involved in that chase had been stolen. The sequence of events highlights a tense day on regional roads, with resources allocated to emergency responders and medical facilities to care for those affected.
In a separate event that was previously reported, a National Guard vehicle was involved in an incident northeast of Moscow. That incident added to a pattern of recent regional road dangers, underscoring ongoing concerns about vehicle theft, high-speed chases, and the ability of emergency services to respond effectively under pressure.
Authorities continue to investigate these incidents, determine the circumstances leading up to each crash, and assess the level of risk facing motorists in the area. Road safety authorities emphasize the importance of responsible driving, adherence to traffic laws, and the need for swift medical attention when injuries occur. Community members are urged to stay informed through official channels for updates on road conditions, safety advisories, and any resulting traffic changes.