A tragic traffic accident occurred in Veria on the evening of Monday, 22 June 2026, claiming the life of a 60-year-old man. According to police reports, the crash took place at 8:40 p.m. within the city limits when a car — driven by the 60-year-old and carrying his 64-year-old sister — veered off its lane and struck a concrete wall.
Both occupants were rushed to hospital with injuries. The driver did not survive and died shortly after arrival. His sister remains hospitalized for treatment.
The Veria Traffic Police Department has launched a preliminary investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident.