The attack of a woman in Santiago Atitlán, Sololáreopened the discussion on the recklessness of some motoriststhe lack of respect for speed limits and the vulnerability of pedestrians on narrow streets in the country’s municipalities.
The incident was recorded on cameras security and shows the moment when a motorcycle hits a woman who was walking on a public road. According to preliminary information, the driver was allegedly traveling at excessive speed when the accident occurred.
During the analysis in Direct Impactfrom Guatevisión, it was noted that in several municipalities “the pedestrian is the most common on the street”, because many people walk on roads where motorcycles and vehicles also circulate.
Lack of regulation and risk for pedestrians
The analysts indicated that the lack of controls allows people without sufficient training to drive motorcycles. One of the most compelling comments was that “Anyone can be riding a motorcycle, whether you are 13 years old, 15 years old or 60 years old.”.
It was also noted that some motorists drive without considering the consequencess. “They do not value their lives or those of others“, was said during the program, referring to the risk faced by pedestrians, families and other road users.
The video also shows that another woman managed to avoid the impact. Analysts described the event as a warning about the consequences that the excessive speed on busy streets.
Possible legal consequences
During the program it was mentioned that the case could be investigated as culpable injurieswhile the authorities establish the circumstances of the accident.
Analysts called for caution, especially due to the current weather conditions. “We must be prudent to avoid tragedies“, they stated, recalling that traffic accidents can leave people injured or even fatal.
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