The driver of the minibus in an accident near Arkhangelsk had previously violated the rules
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The minibus driver who caused a fatal accident with a timber truck on the M-8 highway near Arkhangelsk was previously held accountable for driving into the oncoming lane.
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Why It Matters
On the M-8 highway near Arkhangelsk, an accident occurred involving a minibus and a timber truck, which resulted in the death of 13 people.
MURMANSK, September 13 - RIA Novosti. The driver of the minibus, who, according to preliminary data from the investigation, drove into the oncoming lane of the road on the M-8 highway near Arkhangelsk and collided with a timber truck, resulting in the death of 13 people, has already been brought to justice for crossing a double solid road, the regional prosecutor's office told RIA Novosti.
“There were fines for the carrier company. But this particular driver was fined, and he was brought to administrative responsibility precisely for driving into the oncoming lane through a double solid line,” the agency’s interlocutor said.
According to the regional Ministry of Emergency Situations, the driver of the minibus is among the victims of the accident.
Open Questions
- What are the exact reasons for driving into the oncoming lane?
- Did the minibus have any technical problems?
