Several cars involved in crash on Riga bypass near Upeslejas
A traffic accident involving several vehicles has occurred at the 11th kilometre of the Riga bypass (A4) in Ropaži Municipality. Traffic is being routed through a single lane, and drivers should expect delays.
A road accident involving several cars took place on Wednesday, 21 October, on the Riga bypass (A4) near Upeslejas in Ropaži Municipality. Traffic at the scene is hampered, so drivers using this stretch of road should expect longer journey times.
Where it happened
Latvian State Roads, the company that manages the country's state highways, reports that the crash occurred on the Riga bypass between Baltezers and Saulkalne, at the 11th kilometre. The information was given with reference to the State Police.
Traffic arrangements
At the scene, traffic is being organised through a single lane. Drivers are asked to follow the traffic arrangements and to allow for possible delays.
What photographs show
Images published on social media show one car overturned on its side and another that ended up in a ditch after the collision. Other vehicles were also involved. The source does not say whether anyone was injured, and it does not give the cause of the crash.
No information has yet been provided on how the situation is developing or when normal traffic will be restored.
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