Severe Pedestrian Accident in Kato Lechonia – Victim in Critical Condition

A serious accident occurred on Tuesday (June 24, 2025) in Kato Lechonia near Volos, where a pedestrian was dragged by a passing vehicle while attempting to cross the road perpendicularly. According to thenewspaper.gr, the incident happened under unclear circumstances, with eyewitnesses stating that the man suddenly moved into the car’s path, leaving the driver no time to react. The collision was severe, causing the pedestrian to be thrown a short distance from the impact point. Bystanders quickly provided first aid and called the EKAB emergency services, which arrived promptly at the scene. The injured victim was transported in critical condition to the General Hospital of Volos for treatment. Traffic police also rushed to the location to conduct a preliminary investigation to determine the exact conditions of the accident. The driver is reported to have fully cooperated with authorities, while investigations are ongoing to confirm whether speed limits were respected and if the pedestrian crossed from an area without a designated crossing. The incident has caused alarm among local residents, as this road reportedly experiences heavy traffic and insufficient signage, continuously posing an accident risk.