Mysterious Death in Skjerva: Police investigate Suspicious Traffic Accident
On Wednesday evening, a chilling incident unfolded in Skjerva, Lunner municipality, Akershus, when an automatic notification of a traffic accident was sent from a man’s mobile phone at 19:00. The police launched a search after failing to establish contact with the individuals involved. The search led to the finding of a car on thursday morning, followed by the grim finding of two individuals in a nearby wooded area.The man, in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene despite life-saving efforts.The woman, also in her 30s, was rushed to Oslo University Hospital, but her condition remains undisclosed. police attorney Iris Dybendal emphasized the suspicious nature of the case, stating, “The reason why it is suspicious is that we do not have a wholly clear cause of death. Then we keep all hypotheses open.” She added, “It could have been an accident, it could have been illness, and in the worst case, it could have been murder.”
The police have not ruled out the possibility of additional individuals being involved,though no evidence supports this yet. The man’s mobile phone, which sent the automatic notification, has been recovered and will undergo examination.
The two individuals knew each other prior to the incident, but the nature of their relationship remains unclear. Relatives have been notified, and the police continue their investigation, focusing on track protection and other tasks at the scene.
Key Details of the Incident
| Aspect | Details |
|————————–|—————————————————————————–|
| Location | Skjerva, Lunner municipality, Akershus |
| Time of Notification | 19:00, Wednesday evening |
| Individuals Found | Man (deceased) and woman (hospitalized), both in their 30s |
| Cause of Death | Undetermined; possibilities include accident, illness, or murder |
| Investigation Focus | Examination of mobile phone, track protection, and relationship between the two |
The case has left the community in shock, with manny questions still unanswered.As the police delve deeper into the investigation,the circumstances surrounding this tragic event remain shrouded in mystery.
For more insights into traffic accident investigations,explore resources like the Traffic Accident Investigation Manual and the Traffic Accident Investigators’ Handbook.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
Published: 16.01.2025, kl. 13.20 | Updated: 16.01.2025, kl. 13.57
