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18 October 2025 at 10:52
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Car Plunges Into Water in Sweden, One Dead

By Nordics Today

In brief

A 75-year-old man died after his car plunged into the water in Grötvik, Sweden. Police found the man in the water after his vehicle crashed through a fence. He later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

  • - Location: Sweden
  • - Category: Breaking News
  • - Published: 18 October 2025 at 10:52
Car Plunges Into Water in Sweden, One Dead

A 75-year-old man died after his car drove into the water at Grötvik in Halmstad municipality. The vehicle crashed through a fence before entering the water. Police spokesperson Christian Brattgård said in a statement that one person was found in the water. Emergency services transported the man to a hospital. He died from his injuries hours later. Authorities have notified his next of kin. Police currently have no information about other people in the car. Grötvik is a coastal area in southwestern Sweden known for its fishing and boating activities. This tragic accident highlights the dangers of driving near water, especially for older drivers who may face increased health risks. The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the exact cause of the incident.

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Published: October 18, 2025

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