Fatal collision on Hungary's Route 51 kills horse‑carriage driver

A 37‑year‑old driver of a horse‑drawn carriage was killed on Thursday morning after a car smashed into the carriage on Route 51 near Dunavarsány, Hungary. The impact also destroyed the horse. Police are investigating the circumstances; a 47‑year‑old man is reported to have been driving the car that struck the carriage from behind. Authorities have opened a criminal investigation to determine responsibility, but the exact cause—whether driver distraction, mechanical failure or another factor—remains unclear.

The incident prompted a temporary road closure while forensic teams collected evidence and prepared reports. The local police and traffic safety officials emphasized the seriousness of the accident and urged motorists to exercise caution, especially on highways where horse‑drawn vehicles are present.