On the evening of December 29th, a serious traffic accident involving an excavator truck occurred in Tan Phu district, Ho Chi Minh City, tragically resulting in the immediate death of a woman. This heartbreaking incident serves as another stark reminder of the critical importance of road safety.
At approximately 9:30 PM, the victim was riding a black electric scooter on Le Trong Tan Street, heading towards Tan Ky Tan Quy Street. As she approached the intersection with Tay Thanh Street (Son Ky Ward, Tan Phu District), the woman signaled to make a left turn and began to slow down.
At that very moment, a construction excavator truck traveling in the same direction from behind approached at high speed. Unable to react in time, the excavator truck collided directly with the victim’s electric scooter. The forceful impact resulted in the woman’s instant death at the scene.
Immediately following the accident, authorities arrived at the scene to investigate the cause. Local security camera footage has been retrieved to aid in the investigation. This tragic fatal excavator truck accident once again underscores the critical importance of adhering to traffic regulations, especially maintaining a safe following distance while driving.
Tan Phu District Police are continuing their investigation to determine the exact cause of this devastating excavator truck accident. This heartbreaking event serves as a stark reminder to all road users to enhance their awareness and compliance with traffic laws to ensure their own safety and the safety of the community.
