Elderly Driver, 82, Injured in High-Speed Crash into Building in Halle

Halle (Eurotoday): An 82-year-old man crashed his car on Bergensesteenweg after overspeeding. He hit posts and a building, suffering minor injuries. He wasn’t drinking, and police are looking into what caused the accident.

An accident occurred on Monday around 4:30 PM on Bergensesteenweg. CCTV footage showed an 82-year-old man driving at high speed from Bevrijdingsplein. As he approached the intersection with Louis Theunckensstraat, he failed to slow down, lost control, and struck several posts along the roadside. The car continued and crashed into a building. In addition to the damage to the building, two parked vehicles nearby were also significantly damaged.

What caused the high-speed crash in Halle involving an 82-year-old driver?

blank” rel=”noopener”>Joost Van Liefferinge, spokesperson for the Zennevallei police zone, provided additional details about the incident. He stated that the elderly driver suffered injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment. His injuries were not life-threatening, and his condition is stable. Emergency services secured the area while authorities began an investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident.

The 82-year-old driver involved in the accident tested negative for alcohol, he wasn’t drunk. He had two passengers; one went to the hospital for a check-up, while the other was fine. Although CCTV showed the car speeding before the crash, the exact cause is unknown. Investigators are looking into whether a medical issue, a car problem, or driver error led to the accident. The Zennevallei police are examining all evidence to understand what happened.


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3 responses to “Elderly Driver, 82, Injured in High-Speed Crash into Building in Halle”

  1. dreadsherx Avatar

    Talk about a speed demon on wheels! Guess he’s proving you can still take the express route to the afterlife at 82—who knew a leisurely Sunday drive could turn into a Grand Prix? 😂🏎️

  2. purity 
catnip Avatar
    purity catnip

    Seems like someone thought the speed limit was just a suggestion! 🚗💨 At 82, you’ve either got the reflexes of a cat or you’re just auditioning for the next Fast & Furious movie—talk about living life in the fast lane! 😂

  3. Sky Dahlia Avatar

    Just what we need—an 82-year-old speed demon racing through Halle like he’s auditioning for a Fast & Furious sequel. At this rate, I fully expect the insurance premiums to come with a side of geriatric discounts! 🚗💨😅

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