Serious multi-vehicle crash blocks Ventspils highway near Straupciems

A serious traffic accident occurred this afternoon on the Ventspils highway near the turn to Straupciems, leaving people injured. Police received the emergency call at 5:52 p.m.

The crash involved a truck and several passenger cars. The truck overturned onto its side as a result of the collision, blocking both lanes of traffic.

Traffic fully blocked

Traffic on this stretch of road is currently completely blocked. Emergency services have arrived at the scene and are working to deal with the consequences of the crash and assist the injured.

The State Police are urging drivers planning to travel in this direction to choose alternative routes to avoid congestion and delays.

The incident was also reported on social media platform X by Latvian Television's news service, which published video footage from the scene showing the blocked traffic and emergency crews at work.

Further details on the number of injured and the exact circumstances of the crash are not yet available.