Păulian Accident: Public Outcry as Police Accused of Improper Conduct in Sheep Fatality Investigation

Păulian, Satu Mare – September 13, 2025 – A late-night road accident in Păulian, near Satu Mare, has sparked public outcry and accusations against local police. The incident, which occurred on the evening of September 13, involved a vehicle striking and killing multiple sheep on the roadway. Eyewitnesses and individuals present at the scene have voiced significant concerns regarding the police investigation. A man, whose identity remains unconfirmed, was heard stating, "The police are not testing the driver, but his wife!" He further elaborated, "He was the boy at the wheel... He is an old man, 60-something years old. He doesn't even want to confront us, to say his name or anything." The speaker insisted on breathalyzer tests for both himself and the alleged driver, stating, "I want to blow, and he wants to blow, but he doesn't even want to give the breathalyzer to the gentleman." These accusations suggest a perceived bias or negligence in the official handling of the incident, raising questions about accountability. Local residents expressed frustration, with one person exclaiming, "That's why we don't want to understand anything! He won't give the breathalyzer to the driver, and he's hiding from me!" The scene was marked by flashing police lights and the presence of several deceased sheep on the asphalt, underscoring the severity of the collision. Authorities have yet to release an official statement addressing the public's claims or the details of the ongoing investigation. The incident highlights growing tensions between the community and law enforcement regarding transparency and fairness in accident inquiries.