A tragic incident occurred in Sæby, Denmark, on Thursday, where an 88-year-old woman lost her life in a traffic accident. According to the North Jutland Police (Nordjyllands Politi), the accident took place on Frederikshavnsvej just after 1 PM, when the woman was struck by a garbage truck.

Emergency medical personnel at the scene could only confirm the woman’s death. Police duty officer, Jesper Sørensen, stated to the local news outlet Nordjyske that an accident investigator has been called in to assist with the investigation. The investigator’s role is to conduct technical examinations at the accident site as well as on the vehicles involved in order to determine the circumstances of the incident.

Additionally, the police are in the process of interviewing witnesses to gain a clear understanding of the sequence of events. This is part of routine procedures aimed at ensuring that all relevant information is collected and analyzed.

In Denmark, it is common for police investigations into traffic accidents to involve accident investigators who specialize in determining the causes of such events. This process is essential for improving road safety and preventing future accidents.