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Driver (46) hits man (50) on scooter in Ghent while under the influence of drugs

A 46-year-old motorist crashed into a 50-year-old man on a scooter in Ghent on Saturday evening. The victim was in critical condition for a time.

Driver (46) hits man (50) on scooter in Ghent while under the influence of drugs
Photo: Ara gantoise · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

On Saturday evening, a 46-year-old motorist in Ghent hit a 50-year-old man riding a scooter. This incident occurred at Wiedauwkaai, where the driver first collided with a railing after failing to negotiate a turn.

Following the collision, the victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. According to reports, he was in critical condition for a time.

Driver (46) hits man (50) on scooter in Ghent while under the influence of drugs
Photo: Haggis MacHaggis · Wikimedia Commons · CC0

The driver tested positive in a saliva test, confirming that he was under the influence of drugs while driving.

The incidents have raised concerns about traffic safety, but no further details are currently known regarding the handling of the case.