Tatabanya, Hungary – A tragic car accident occurred during the 11th Esztergom-Nyerges Rally, resulting in multiple fatalities as a car veered off the track, crashing into spectators. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the incident, which took place between Lábatlan and Bajót. At least four individuals lost their lives, with seven others sustaining injuries, according to local authorities.
The Arrabona Rally Club’s Facebook page reported that medical teams are on-site providing care to the injured. Subsequently, the rally’s overseeing body halted the competition at 1:30 pm following the accident. Reports from Városunk, a Tatabánya Facebook community, initially indicated that a Skoda Fabia R5 vehicle collided with spectators, causing approximately 30 injuries and a fatality involving a young girl, although subsequent updates have not confirmed the child’s death.
In an unfortunate turn of events, emergency response teams, including eight ambulances and four helicopters, were deployed to the scene per Győrplusz. Despite their efforts, four individuals tragically lost their lives, with one child enduring critical injuries, contradicting earlier reports of minor injuries. Another individual was transported to a medical facility in severe condition, while six others, including a child, sustained minor injuries and were also taken for medical assistance.
Additional accounts from hirado.hu suggest that the victims of the fatal accident might have been standing in a restricted area. Eyewitnesses with medical training attempted to aid the victims without success, with one individual named Péter expressing the grief of being unable to help despite their best efforts.
As more information becomes available, updates about the incident will be provided. The events surrounding the 11th Esztergom-Nyerges Rally tragedy continue to unfold, underscoring the risks associated with motorsport events and the importance of adhering to safety regulations.