A serious traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Hai Ba Trung and Ngo Quyen streets in Hanoi on the first night of Tet, January 28, 2017. A Yamaha Exciter motorbike, carrying three young men, sped through a red light and crashed into the side of a Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck. This tragic event serves as another stark warning about the dangers of reckless motorbike riders and their disregard for traffic regulations.
Specifically, the Exciter motorbike, bearing license plate 89 from Hung Yen province, was traveling at high speed on Hai Ba Trung street. Approaching the intersection with Ngo Quyen street, the driver disregarded the red traffic light and proceeded to cross. Simultaneously, a white Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck was traveling along Ngo Quyen street. A forceful collision between the motorbike and the pickup truck was inevitable.
The impact resulted in all three motorbike riders being thrown onto the road. One individual died at the scene due to severe head trauma, with significant bleeding.
The other two sustained serious injuries; one suffered a broken leg, and the other sustained facial injuries. Both injured victims were promptly taken to a nearby hospital for emergency care by local residents.
At the scene, the Yamaha Exciter motorbike was severely damaged, with numerous parts shattered. The Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck sustained significant dents and damage to its left side. Despite the late hour, the accident attracted considerable attention from surrounding onlookers.
Scene of the traffic accident: Severely damaged Yamaha Exciter motorbike.
This accident involving reckless motorbike riders serves as a stark reminder to all road users, especially young people, about the importance of obeying traffic laws. It highlights the need to avoid speeding, reckless overtaking, and running red lights to prevent tragic outcomes. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the accident.
