Saturday, May 24, around 12:30 p.m. in Jerusalem Avenues at the tallness of Poznań Street, there was a dangerous event. The pedestrians, a citizen of Ukraine, ran through a pedestrian crossing at a red light erstwhile he was hit by a Tesla brand taxi.
What precisely happened?
According to preliminary findings, the man ran towards the Palace of Culture and Science, ignoring the light signal. At the same time Tesla was moving according to regulations, and the driver – Pole – was sober.
A breathalysed survey revealed that The hit pedestrians had about 1.5 alcohol in the body. He was taken to a infirmary with injuries.
Obstacles and activities of services
Road Traffic and Medical Rescue Department officers worked on the site. As a consequence of the event Two lanes in the direction of Ochota were blocked, causing crucial traffic difficulties.
Tesla in the spotlight – another incidental in Warsaw
This is not the first time Tesla's car has been active in a dangerous event on capital streets. In fresh months, electrical cars of this brand have increasingly appeared in police statistics, although in this case The blame shall be borne solely by foot.
Can drunk pedestrians claim compensation?
Under Polish law, pedestrians under the influence of alcohol and breaking regulations (e.g. passing on red light) may be declared sole perpetrator of the event. The case law of the courts frequently indicates that The driver shall not be liable if he himself has not violated the provisions. In the event of a collision involving a pedestrian under the influence of alcohol, courts may completely dismiss the injured party’s claim or importantly reduce compensation.
Summary
Although the pedestrians were injured, it was his behaviour – running on red light in an intoxicated state – was the main origin of the incident. Tesla's driver committed no wrongdoing, and the test confirmed his sobriety.
Could specified situations have been avoided? The introduction of more police patrols at delicate points in the city and educational campaigns on the dangers of drinking alcohol by pedestrians could reduce the hazard of akin events.
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Warsaw: Drunk Ukrainian ran under Tesla at red light
