A person died in a traffic accident near Njutånger in Hudiksvall municipality on Thursday. The victim was riding a motorcycle when a truck collided with them.
Emergency services responded to the incident, but could not save the motorcyclist's life. Swedish authorities have launched an investigation into the fatal crash.
Njutånger is a small coastal community in central Sweden's Gävleborg County. The area features winding roads popular with motorcycle enthusiasts during summer months.
Road safety remains a persistent challenge in Sweden despite the country's Vision Zero initiative. This tragic incident highlights the ongoing vulnerability of motorcyclists sharing roads with heavy vehicles.