Curb Hit, Bus Stop Demolished: Dashcam Captures Near-Fatal Accident Where Two Young Girls Were Saved by Seconds

A shocking incident in Suluova, Amasya, has once again highlighted the devastating consequences of drunk driving. A service van, reportedly speeding, veered out of control at a junction, smashing into a sidewalk and demolishing a bus stop. The driver, who was found to have a blood alcohol content of a staggering 2.87 promil, was only stopped when the vehicle's wheel detached, bringing it to a halt mere meters from a railway crossing.

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The service minibus lost control at an intersection near the level crossing and hit the sidewalk in front of the buffet.

Miraculously, two young girls who had just crossed the street were spared from certain tragedy, escaping the path of the out-of-control vehicle by mere seconds. Dashcam footage captured the terrifying moments, underscoring the potential for a catastrophic accident had the girls been a moment slower. The fact that a train passed through the same spot just a minute later emphasizes the sheer luck involved in preventing a mass casualty event.

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The driver of the minibus, which was able to stop by detaching its wheel a few meters before the level crossing, was slightly injured.

This driver is no stranger to the dangers of the road; records show previous offenses for driving under the influence. Despite this, he was back behind the wheel, endangering lives. Authorities have imposed a hefty fine of 50,000 Turkish Lira and suspended his license for two years under the relevant traffic law. However, for the Cumhuriyet newspaper, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against impaired driving and the need for stricter enforcement and public awareness campaigns to prevent such near-fatalities.

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The driver was found to be 2.87 per mille alcohol, and it was learned that he had previously been processed for driving under the influence of alcohol.