A horrific traffic accident in Gia Lai, where a truck collided head-on with a sleeper bus, claimed the lives of 13 people and injured dozens more. The incident not only shocked the public due to its severity but also revealed details regarding the unsuccessful attempt by traffic police to prevent the accident beforehand.
On the fateful night, Gia Lai traffic police patrol detected a truck with license plate XXXX traveling at high speed and showing abnormal signs on National Highway 14. Recognizing the potential danger, the traffic police quickly implemented professional measures, using specialized vehicles to chase and signal the truck to stop, with the aim of inspecting and promptly preventing violations. However, due to the truck’s excessive speed and signs of non-compliance, the traffic police were unable to catch up and stop the vehicle before the tragedy occurred.
According to information from authorities, the truck was traveling at speeds up to 105km/h, passed through a toll station, and entered the opposite lane before colliding head-on with the sleeper bus. The truck’s erratic journey, coupled with the traffic police’s detection and unsuccessful pursuit, has raised many questions about the underlying causes of this tragic accident.
Immediately after the accident, functional forces, including traffic police and related units, quickly arrived at the scene to handle the situation, conduct rescue operations, and investigate the cause of the incident. Scene examination revealed the horrific level of destruction from the collision, with both vehicles almost completely mangled. Many passengers on the bus were thrown out, trapped inside the vehicle, or severely injured.
Investigating authorities have initiated legal proceedings, focusing on clarifying the truck’s erratic journey, speed, and other related factors. Blood sample tests of the truck driver were negative for drugs, ruling out the possibility of driver using stimulants. However, tests for blood alcohol content and other factors are still being conducted to determine the exact cause of the accident.
The truck accident in Gia Lai is not only a significant loss of life and property but also a profound wake-up call regarding traffic safety, especially for trucks and passenger transport vehicles. The initial prevention effort by traffic police, although unsuccessful, also demonstrates the proactiveness and responsibility of functional forces in ensuring traffic order and safety on roads.
To reduce similar accidents, close coordination between functional forces is necessary, along with increased patrols and inspections, strict handling of violations, and raising awareness of traffic law compliance among road users, especially truck drivers. In addition, investing in upgrading traffic infrastructure, improving signage and traffic light systems also plays an important role in minimizing the risk of accidents and ensuring safety for everyone participating in traffic.
