Motorcyclist Critically Injured After Being Hit by Mercedes-Benz While Crossing Road in Changhua

A serious traffic accident occurred in Puxin Township, Changhua County, on July 18th, when a 57-year-old woman was struck by a white Mercedes-Benz while crossing the road. The victim, identified by her surname Li, was reportedly in the process of crossing Zhongzheng Road Section 1 when the collision happened with the oncoming vehicle. The impact sent her flying and she fell heavily onto the road, sustaining multiple abrasions and falling into a coma. She was rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment, and her current condition and the exact cause of the accident are under investigation. The force of the collision was significant, causing the Mercedes-Benz's windshield to shatter into a spiderweb pattern and leaving visible damage to the front of the car. The 30-year-old driver, surnamed Liu, sustained minor abrasions to his right hand. Liu told police he was driving normally and did not have time to react when the motorcycle suddenly appeared from the roadside. Police are examining surveillance footage and the driver's dashcam to determine if the Mercedes was speeding, as the speed limit on that section of road is 60 kilometers per hour. While Liu tested negative for alcohol, Ms. Li was unable to be tested due to her injuries; blood tests will be conducted at the hospital to check for alcohol consumption.