A 47-year-old woman is in critical condition after being hit by a TEC bus in Hal, Flemish Brabant, on Thursday afternoon.
The incident occurred around 2 p.m. on the Chaussée de Mons in the Lembeek district, and the victim was immediately rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
According to the Hal-Vilvoorde public prosecutor’s office, the woman was crossing the road when she was struck by the bus. However, the exact circumstances of the accident remain unclear, as there are no cameras at the scene to provide further details.
Authorities are still investigating the incident, and an expert has been tasked with determining the precise cause.
“The woman was crossing the road when the bus, unable to avoid her, struck her,” the public prosecutor confirmed. At least two witnesses saw the woman cross the road, but the details of what led to the collision are still under investigation.
The bus driver, who was reportedly in a state of shock, was also taken to the hospital after the accident. Authorities confirmed that the driver tested negative for alcohol and drugs, which may suggest that the incident was not caused by impairment.
There were two passengers on board the bus at the time of the accident, but neither was injured in the collision. The bus driver, who has not been identified, is reportedly receiving psychological support following the traumatic event.
Local residents in Lembeek were left shaken by the accident, and many expressed their concern for the injured woman.
The Chaussée de Mons, a busy road, is known for heavy traffic, and although there are pedestrian crossings, witnesses noted that the victim may not have been using one at the time of the incident.
This accident highlights the ongoing concerns around road safety, particularly for pedestrians in busy urban areas.
As investigations continue, the public prosecutor’s office is urging anyone with additional information about the accident to come forward to help clarify the circumstances.
Authorities have confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with a focus on gathering more witness testimonies and further examining the site of the accident. The expert’s report is expected to provide more clarity in the coming days.
As the community comes to terms with the shocking event, local officials are urging both drivers and pedestrians to remain vigilant, especially during busy hours.
In the meantime, the woman’s family has been notified, and authorities have extended their thoughts to them during this difficult time.
