The incident occurred on 3/10 on provincial road 305 in Tien Lu commune. A car equipped with a dashcam turned right at an intersection, where a bus was stopped by the roadside ahead, picking up and dropping off passengers. Suddenly, two pedestrians emerged from behind the bus and crossed the road unexpectedly. The car driver, who was accelerating to pass the bus, could not brake in time and struck one of the pedestrians.

This area is located near a school, marked with signs warning drivers about students frequently crossing the road, and also indicating a bus stop.

Drivers must exercise caution when navigating areas near schools and bus stops. It is crucial to proactively reduce speed and observe the road ahead and on both sides, as buses can obstruct the view of pedestrians crossing unexpectedly. If a pedestrian appears to be intending to cross, drivers should slow down and prepare to brake, avoiding attempts to pass if the space ahead is not clear.

Pedestrians should also exercise caution when crossing roads. They must look carefully in both directions, wait for a safe opportunity, and avoid rushing to beat traffic. In this incident, both the pedestrians and the driver were in each other's blind spots, highlighting the shared responsibility for road safety.

Hai Dang