Massive Pile-Up in Antibes Injures 37 After Lorry Driver Falls Asleep
Lorry driver crashes into 23 cars and injures 37 people in huge pile-up after falling sleep at the wheel
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A lorry driver caused a significant pile-up in Antibes, France, after falling asleep at the wheel, injuring 37 people. The truck crashed into 23 vehicles, including a police car, leading to a chaotic scene where emergency crews treated the injured.
- 01The incident occurred around 2 PM when the lorry lost control and crashed into a police car before hitting 22 other vehicles.
- 02A total of 37 individuals were injured, with no children among the casualties, and they were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
- 03Emergency services deployed approximately 45 personnel to assist at the scene, where bystanders attempted to help those trapped in their vehicles.
- 04Authorities are investigating the crash, which is currently believed to be accidental, with the driver testing negative for alcohol.
- 05This incident follows another unusual road accident in France where a bus plunged into the River Seine due to a trainee driver's error.
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A serious road accident occurred in Antibes, France, when a lorry driver fell asleep at the wheel, resulting in a massive pile-up involving 23 vehicles. The incident took place around 2 PM as the truck careened down a slope without braking, first colliding with a police car and then crashing into 22 other vehicles. Emergency services quickly responded, deploying around 45 personnel to treat the injured, totaling 37 individuals, none of whom were children. Disturbing footage from the scene showed the aftermath, with vehicles severely damaged and strewn across the road. Investigators are currently questioning witnesses to determine the exact circumstances of the crash, which is believed to be accidental. The driver has tested negative for alcohol, and the area remains cordoned off as investigations continue.
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The pile-up has raised concerns about road safety and driver fatigue in the region, prompting discussions on preventive measures.
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