Bus Passenger Severely Injured in Koper Accident After Sudden Braking

A serious incident on Saturday afternoon in Koper has left a bus passenger with severe injuries, highlighting the dangers of unpredictable road behavior. Delo reports that the passenger, aged 26, fell from his seat and struck his head on a fire extinguisher during a sudden braking maneuver. The bus was forced to brake sharply to avoid a collision with a passenger car that abruptly changed lanes in a roundabout near the market.

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V Kopru je v soboto okoli 13.40 v krožišču pri tržnici prišlo do prometne nesreče avtobusa.

According to police findings, the bus driver was proceeding correctly when the car driver, approaching from the left on the inner lane, unexpectedly crossed the solid dividing line to switch to the outer lane, cutting off the bus. The bus driver's attempt to prevent a crash led to the passenger's fall and subsequent injury. The injured passenger was transported to Izola General Hospital, where he was diagnosed with a severe concussion.

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Eden od potnikov je zaradi sunkovitega zaviranja padel s sedeža in se z glavo udaril v gasilni aparat.

Authorities are now investigating the bus driver for a potential offense related to endangering public transport, citing negligence in causing the accident. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic rules and maintaining situational awareness, especially in busy areas like roundabouts. The safety of public transport passengers remains a paramount concern, and such events underscore the need for responsible driving from all road users.

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Voznik osebnega avtomobila je nato nenadoma preko ločilne neprekinjene črte zamenjal vozni pas iz notranjega na zunanjega in s tem prečkal pot avtobusu.