Passenger train 989, which travels between Zagreb and Virovitica, was involved in a collision with a car carrying three passengers on Wednesday evening around 9:30 p.m. The incident occurred at the crossing in Puta žrtava in Bjelovar.
Following the collision, one of the passengers in the car requested medical assistance due to injuries sustained in the accident. Emergency services responded promptly to provide the necessary medical care.
Meanwhile, local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the collision between the train and the car. The investigation will help establish accountability and prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.
Safety measures at railway crossings are essential to ensure the well-being of both passengers using the train and vehicles passing through. It is crucial for all road users to adhere to traffic regulations and exercise caution when approaching railroad crossings to prevent accidents and injuries.