Child with serious injuries after car collision in Lyaki, driver tested positive for drugs

A minor cyclist is in critical condition at a Plovdiv hospital after entering the oncoming lane and colliding with a car. The driver of the vehicle was tested for alcohol and drugs, with the results negative for alcohol but positive for narcotic substances.

Child with serious injuries after car collision in Lyaki, driver tested positive for drugs

Child with serious injuries after car collision in Lyaki, driver tested positive for drugs

In the town of Lyaki, a minor cyclist is in critical condition following a traffic incident. The police were notified shortly after 13:30 on Monday, according to the Plovdiv Directorate of the Interior Ministry.

The child suddenly entered the oncoming lane and collided with a light motor vehicle. As a result, the child was admitted to hospital in Plovdiv with serious injuries.

A check of the driver showed that he had not consumed alcohol but had taken narcotic substances. An examination of the incident scene was conducted.

A pre-trial investigation has been commenced under the supervision of an investigative police officer from the Asenovgrad District Directorate, according to the ministry.

Source: BTA

Source: Bulgarian News Agency (BTA)

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