Pedestrian Struck by Tram in Minsk, Hospitalized
MINSK, BELARUS – A 64-year-old man was hospitalized after being hit by a tram on masherov Avenue in Minsk tonight, according to Minsk traffic police. Authorities report the pedestrian was walking along the tram tracks and was reportedly intoxicated at the time of the incident. Video footage of the collision has emerged.
This incident underscores the ongoing risks pedestrians face in urban environments, especially when impaired.While the pedestrian’s condition is currently unknown, the event prompts renewed attention to pedestrian safety and responsible behavior near public transportation. Minsk traffic police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
A separate pedestrian accident occurred earlier this evening, November 13, at the intersection of Parnikova and Filimonova streets. A 73-year-old BMW driver struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk while making a left turn on a green light, police reported. The pedestrian was also transported to a hospital.
Traffic regulations in Belarus mandate that drivers yield to pedestrians when turning, as outlined in paragraph 100 of the traffic rules. This latest incident serves as a reminder of this critical safety protocol for all drivers.
