A truck collided with several vehicles in Puente Aranda. A woman died and several people were injured.
A truck collided with several vehicles in Puente Aranda, leaving a woman dead and several injured. The authorities are investigating possible drunkenness of the driver.
In the early morning of Saturday, November 15, the town of Aranda Bridgein Bogotá, was the scene of a tragic traffic accident. A Renault Arkana truck rear-ended several vehicles that were stopped at a traffic light, hitting hard against private cars, a taxi and a motorcycle.
The driver of the van is being investigated on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. According to the authorities, the vehicle involved did not have sanctions previous reports in the Traffic Infraction Fine Information System (Simit). The impact was so severe that one of the passengers in the taxi immediately lost her life. Other occupants involved were injured and had to be taken to centers. hospitals to receive medical care.
According to preliminary police reports, The crash took place around 12:45 am at the intersection of Calle 3 and Carrera 36, in the Jorge Gaitán Cortés neighborhood. Investigators are seeking to confirm whether there was alcohol consumption by the driver, based on evidence collected at the scene.
This accident has generated alarm among residents and local authorities, as it reflects a worrying trend in road accidents in the area. The Ministry of Mobility and the Metropolitan Police continue to gather evidence and testimonies to clarify the causes of the accident.
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the November 15 was chosen as World Alcohol-Free Day, a date established by the to draw attention to the serious physical, psychological and social effects of alcohol consumption.
Recent statistics show that more than 20% of drivers injured in road accidents have been under the influence of alcohol. This statistic reinforces the urgency of promoting a culture of responsibility, especially among young people, since alcohol is not only a risk factor for health, but also for road safety.
Source: Integrated Information System
