Car Accident on Skjergardsvegen: Driver Escapes Serious Injury After Fleeing Police
At 00:46, police in Øygarden received a report of a traffic accident on Skjergardsvegen. A car had veered off the road, landing 8 to 10 meters down towards a boathouse. The driver, a 19-year-old man, was alone in the vehicle and remained awake and conscious despite the crash. Emergency services, including the ambulance and fire brigade, were immediately dispatched to the scene.
However, the incident took a surprising turn when officers discovered that the car involved in the accident was the same one they had attempted to stop just moments earlier. According to Knut Dahl-Michelsen, operations manager in the West Police District, the vehicle had initially evaded a police patrol due to suspicious driving behavior. “The car eluded control and disappeared from the patrol,” Dahl-Michelsen explained. Shortly after losing sight of the vehicle, police received the accident report, confirming it was the same car.Importantly, Dahl-Michelsen clarified that there was no ongoing pursuit at the time of the crash. “The patrol who was behind did not see the accident and had lost sight of it. There was no ongoing pursuit of the vehicle when it ran off the road,” he stated.
The young driver was transported to Haukeland Hospital for further evaluation. While the extent of his injuries remains unclear, authorities confirmed he was conscious and responsive.
This incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the challenges law enforcement faces in managing high-speed situations. For more on recent traffic-related incidents, read about a driver caught speeding at 140 km/h in a 50 zone.
Key Details of the Incident
| Aspect | Details |
|————————–|—————————————————————————–|
| Location | Skjergardsvegen, Øygarden |
| Time of Incident | 00:46 |
| Driver’s Condition | Awake and conscious, transported to Haukeland Hospital |
| Police Involvement | Vehicle had evaded a police patrol shortly before the accident |
| No Ongoing Pursuit | Police confirmed no chase was active at the time of the crash |
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the potential consequences of evading law enforcement. For more stories on local crime and safety, check out how a man in his 60s resisted four robbers.
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