A 15-year-old boy was struck by a car at a crosswalk in Vimmerby overnight. Emergency services transported him to hospital by ambulance. Police confirmed the teenager has been able to communicate with investigators.
Authorities interviewed multiple witnesses about the pedestrian accident. They also spoke with the victim directly according to regional police spokesperson Filip Annas. The collision involved a passenger vehicle at the marked crossing.
Vimmerby is a municipality in southern Sweden known for its connection to author Astrid Lindgren. Crosswalk safety remains a concern in Swedish towns where pedestrian and vehicle traffic intersect. This incident highlights ongoing road safety challenges that affect communities across the Nordic region.
Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the collision. The boy's current medical condition has not been publicly disclosed beyond confirmation he was hospitalized. Such accidents often prompt local reviews of traffic safety measures at problematic intersections.