Drama near Kranj: a vehicle with children drove into a ditch

A car crashed into a guardrail on the eastern part of the Ljubljana ring road late at night, leaving behind an empty vehicle with no occupants inside. The incident occurred around midnight on Sunday, according to reports from the Republic of Slovenia Rescue Services. Emergency responders arrived shortly after the collision and found the car abandoned at the scene, prompting police to take over the investigation. The accident took place between the Ljubljana Bizovik and Ljubljana East junctions on the eastern Ljubljana ring road. According to the rescue services, the vehicle struck the guardrail while traveling on the overtaking lane. Firefighters secured the area and confirmed there were no individuals inside the car. The police have since assumed responsibility for the case, though details about the driver’s identity or the circumstances leading to the crash remain unclear. In a separate incident near Kranj, a family car veered off the road and ended up stuck in a ditch. This happened on Sunday afternoon at approximately 3:28 PM local time on the Trati road in the settlement of Spodnja Besnica within the municipality of Kranj. According to the Republic of Slovenia Rescue Services, the vehicle left a driveway, crossed the street, and came to rest among trees in the ditch. Two children were inside the car when emergency services arrived. Firefighters from the GARS Kranj unit responded to the call and used technical equipment to safely extract the children from the vehicle. They later removed the car from the ditch using a winch and disconnected its battery to prevent further hazards. The cause of the accident has yet to be determined. Officials noted that such incidents can occur when children accidentally release the handbrake, allowing the car to roll away uncontrolled. If occupants fail to react quickly and soberly, the consequences could be tragic. Both incidents highlight the unpredictable nature of traffic accidents involving vehicles that end up in dangerous situations without their drivers present. In the case of the Ljubljana ring road, the absence of the driver raises questions about whether they fled the scene or suffered injuries that prevented them from remaining in the car. Authorities have not ruled out the possibility of foul play or mechanical failure as contributing factors. Meanwhile, the Kranj incident underscores the risks associated with unattended vehicles, particularly when young children are involved. Although no injuries were reported in this case, the potential for serious harm was evident. Rescue workers emphasized the importance of securing vehicles properly, especially in areas where roads drop sharply or are flanked by obstacles such as trees or ditches. Emergency services continue to investigate both cases, seeking additional information that might clarify how these incidents unfolded. Police are looking into the Ljubljana crash to determine if the driver intentionally left the scene or if other factors played a role. In Kranj, officials are examining whether the vehicle's systems malfunctioned or if the children inadvertently triggered the movement of the car. As investigations progress, authorities urge drivers to exercise caution and ensure that vehicles are always securely parked, especially when children are present. Both incidents serve as reminders of the need for vigilance and preparedness in preventing similar occurrences.