A tragic accident in Zalla, located in Biscay, led to the death of a 67-year-old woman after a passenger car left the roadway and struck a utility pole that then fell onto the victim. The driver involved in the crash was taken into custody for questions related to driving without a license and suspicions of driving under the influence of alcohol.
The incident occurred on a Tuesday night when the vehicle veered off its lane and collided with a utility pole, which toppled onto the sidewalk where the woman was walking with a family member. Emergency responders arrived at the scene promptly to aid the victim. Firefighters and paramedics evaluated the situation and attempted to revive the woman, but their efforts were unsuccessful.
Following the crash, the 67-year-old victim was transported to the Bizkaia Forensic Pathology Service for examination, while her companion received treatment for injuries at a nearby hospital and continued to cope with the emotional distress of the event.
Authorities stated that the person suspected of causing the crash is a 25-year-old male who was detained by police on suspicion of crimes related to road safety and potential reckless homicide. The investigation continues to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident, including whether the driver was operating the vehicle with a valid license and the degree of impairment at the time of the crash.