The Tomsk District Court will review a criminal case related to the hijacking of a dump truck and a fatal collision involving an ambulance crew
Authorities report that the Tomsk District Court is set to hear a criminal case stemming from a hijacking incident involving a dump truck and a separate fatal accident that claimed the lives of an ambulance crew. This information comes from MIA Media, which has been following the proceedings and updates tied to the investigation.
Official communications from the Ministry of Internal Affairs indicate that the approved indictment and the full materials of the criminal case will soon be forwarded to the Tomsk District Court for on‑the‑merits consideration. The ministry emphasized that the case is moving forward through the formal judicial process, with prosecutors preparing to present their evidence to the court for a verdict.
The deadly incident occurred on December 14, 2022, at the 46th kilometer of the Tomsk‑Mariinsk highway. Early reports described a collision between a dump truck and an ambulance returning to service with its emergency signals activated. In the ensuing crash, the ambulance crew suffered fatalities, with the ambulance driver and three paramedics losing their lives. The collision also involved a fire that complicated response efforts and raised questions about road safety and the standards governing emergency medical transportation in high‑risk driving conditions.
As the investigation unfolded, new details emerged about the driver of the tipper truck involved in the incident. Authorities disclosed that the truck operator had multiple prior convictions and did not hold a valid driver’s license at the time of the crash. Additionally, law enforcement confirmed that the driver was under the influence of alcohol when the accident occurred, a factor that investigators believe contributed to the severity of the collision and the resulting loss of life.
Experts in traffic safety and emergency medical services note that the case underscores the need for rigorous enforcement of licensing requirements and sober‑driving rules for all heavy vehicles, especially those operating near routes used by medical responders. The courts and policing agencies are currently reviewing the facts to determine accountability and any contributing factors that may inform future regulatory improvements. The public and victims’ families await a transparent legal process, with the expectation that the court will consider all presented evidence impartially and thoroughly. The developments in this case are being followed by regional outlets and by national observers who track changes in transport safety and emergency response protocols. Citations: MIA Media and official ministry briefings.