Four Dead, One Critical Following Collision on New Highway in Serbia
A serious traffic accident on the newly constructed Šabac-Ruma highway near Hrtkovci, Serbia, has resulted in four fatalities and one individual remains in critical condition. The collision occurred at approximately [Insert Time if available] involving two vehicles. As of this report, four individuals died at the scene.
A young man sustained critical injuries and is currently receiving treatment at a hospital in Belgrade. Following the incident, Serbian media have reported a concerning rise in instances of drivers traveling in the opposite direction of traffic. Five such cases have been documented within the past 24 hours, coinciding with the highway’s opening.
The accident is reportedly attributed to a 48-year-old man from Belgrade, who authorities describe as an experienced driver. A witness, a professional involved in similar incidents, stated, “The circumstances surrounding the collision are deeply troubling. The possibility of a conscious deviation at the Ruma junction is being investigated.”
Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the accident and are working to address the reported increase in dangerous driving behavior on the new highway.
Further updates will be provided as they become available.
