Near-Miss on Azerbaijani Highway Leads to Dramatic Two-Car Crash

A pedestrian in Azerbaijan miraculously escaped serious injury on May 23 when he attempted to cross a six-lane highway. The near-miss triggered a chain reaction, resulting in a dramatic two-car crash. Dashcam footage released by the Azerbaijan’s Intelligent Transportation Management Center shows the pedestrian narrowly avoiding being hit by a red car, only to have a white vehicle behind it crash into the red car and overturn. Authorities confirmed that one driver sustained injuries in the incident. While the pedestrian's actions were reckless, the incident underscores the critical need for improved pedestrian safety measures on busy Azerbaijani highways, particularly in areas lacking designated crosswalks or pedestrian bridges. The video serves as a cautionary reminder for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise extreme caution on the road. "The incident highlights the importance of paying attention while driving and the need for pedestrians to use designated crossings," stated a spokesperson for the Intelligent Transportation Management Center. The center is currently reviewing the incident and considering implementing additional safety measures to prevent similar accidents in the future. This incident serves as a stark warning and a call for increased vigilance on the roads.