Woman, 74, drives onto crowded terrace in Austria, injuring 10

Ten people were injured when a 74-year-old woman drove her car onto a crowded restaurant terrace in Velden, Austria, on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred around 12:40 p.m. on the B83 road. The driver, who was not injured but was in shock, told police that she suddenly "saw black" and lost control of her vehicle.

Emergency services, including firefighters and medical personnel, responded immediately. Some of the injured were transported by helicopter to nearby hospitals in Villach and Klagenfurt. Authorities reported that two individuals sustained serious injuries, while eight others suffered minor ones. Fortunately, no one's life is considered to be in danger, according to a spokesperson for the local Carinthian police.

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Some of the injuries are serious, but fortunately, no one is in mortal danger.

Initial investigations, including surveillance camera footage, suggest the accident happened when the driver lost control during an attempted parking maneuver. Police have stated that the investigation into the exact circumstances is ongoing. They have also dismissed early speculation that the driver might have intentionally driven onto the terrace. The driver reportedly told police she briefly lost consciousness and pressed the accelerator, leading investigators to believe she likely experienced some form of blackout while driving.

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I saw black before my eyes.