Police were notified at 10:01 regarding a traffic accident that occurred on the bypass road while traveling in the direction of Panevėžys from Gariūnai. Initial reports indicated that a Mercedes-Benz truck, which was operating without a semi-trailer, had collided with a light-duty Peugeot vehicle. Emergency response teams, including rapid aid units and firefighters, were immediately dispatched to the site to manage the scene.
Upon arrival, authorities determined that the driver of the truck was under the influence of alcohol. Furthermore, investigators noted that the vehicle was responsible for damaging numerous other cars in the vicinity. Fortunately, preliminary assessments confirmed that no individuals were injured in the incident.
The primary damage was sustained by the two directly involved vehicles—the truck and the Peugeot—though the impact caused collateral damage to several other parked or stationary cars. Authorities managed the scene to ensure safety and began investigating the circumstances leading to the collision. The incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving while operating large commercial vehicles.
The investigation continues to determine the full extent of the damages and the sequence of events that led to the collision on the bypass road.
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