Accident in Imst: Motorist injured when car rolls out when the car rolls out

Accident in Imst: Motorist injured when car rolls out when the car rolls out

Another more than unfortunate incident occurred last night in the Imst district, Tyrol. A 59-year-old driver was on the way when he decided to let his passenger, a 52-year-old man get out. To do this, he stopped his vehicle on a slope to enable the passenger to exit. But an unexpected moment ensured that the Situation became dramatic.

While the passenger wanted to get out of the car, the vehicle suddenly started rolling down the valley. The driver obviously tried to keep control, but the car grazed a wall and crashed into a guardrail with full force. In the impact, the metal fence was thrown several meters by the force of the collision and pressed against the facade of a house. In another unfortunate moment, the car finally came to a standstill on a water hydrant.

injuries and considerable property damage

The driver was injured in the accident and had to be taken to the hospital in Zams as soon as possible. Some injuries in the area of the hip were found, fortunately the passenger remained unharmed. Nevertheless, considerable damage to property occurred on the vehicle, which also contained the situation for the driver.

Such accidents illustrate how quickly an everyday moment can become a dangerous situation. A short moment of carelessness can have serious consequences. The authority is now investigating the exact course of events in order to better understand possible causes and responsibilities. For more information and details about this incident See the current reporting on www.5min.at .