Traffic Accident on Highway “Hemus” Causes Temporary Lane Closure

A recent traffic accident on the “Hemus” highway has led to a temporary traffic organization, as announced by the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Shumen.

The incident occurred when a “Volkswagen Crafter” truck with Sofia registration was traveling from Varna to Shumen. Approximately 200 meters after the gas station, on the 363 kilometer mark, the driver of a heavy truck “MAN” with Varna registration caught up and collided with the Volkswagen, causing both trucks to overturn in the ditch.

Although the accident does not block traffic, the load is scattered across the three lanes of the motorway. As a result, traffic is being diverted through the Nevsha junction and along the I-2 road, and after Novi Pazar, drivers can switch to the “Hemus” highway.

Traffic police from Novi Pazar conducted tests on both drivers for driving under the influence of alcohol and narcotic substances. The 24-year-old driver of the Volkswagen from Aksakovo tested positive for cannabis, while the driver of the other heavy goods vehicle tested negative.