The news of an elderly man being dragged from a truck that dragged him for dozens of meters in Piraeus, on Tuesday morning, is shocking.
More specifically, this morning the 77-year-old was walking on the sidewalk and tried to cross Piraeus. However, his jacket became entangled in the back of the truck, and as shown in the MEGA video document, the old man crawls on the road for several meters, until he is noticed by the driver who stopped the vehicle.
The 77-year-old was then taken to hospital with injuries and the truck driver was arrested. The old man has escaped danger.
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What details can the witness provide about the events leading up to the incident involving the elderly man and the truck in Piraeus?
**Interview with a Local Witness Regarding the Incident in Piraeus**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent shocking incident in Piraeus. Can you start by telling us what you witnessed on that Tuesday morning?
**Witness:** Thank you for having me. What I saw that morning was incredibly distressing. I was nearby when I noticed a commotion. An elderly man had somehow become entangled with a truck, and it was dragging him along the road for dozens of meters. It was horrifying to watch.
**Interviewer:** That sounds traumatic. Can you describe the circumstances leading up to the incident? Was there any indication of how the man got caught?
**Witness:** From my perspective, it appeared as though he may have been trying to cross the street while the truck was maneuvering. Many people were gathered as it unfolded, and there were shouts from bystanders, urging the truck driver to stop. But it felt like an eternity before the vehicle finally came to a halt.
**Interviewer:** Did anyone attempt to assist the man while this was happening?
**Witness:** Yes, once the truck stopped, a few brave individuals rushed to help. They tried to lift him out from under the truck, and emergency services were quickly on the scene too. The entire situation was chaotic, and it was hard to see what happened next as they tended to the victim.
**Interviewer:** Have you heard any news about the man’s condition since that day?
**Witness:** I haven’t heard anything official since then, but I can only hope he received the medical attention he needed. It was a truly tragic event, and it left a lasting impact on everyone who witnessed it.
**Interviewer:** This incident follows another recent tragedy at the port related to the drowning of Antonis Karyotis. How do you think such incidents reflect on the safety measures around busy areas like the port of Piraeus?
**Witness:** It’s concerning, to be honest. There seems to be a pattern of accidents and a lack of adequate safety precautions. Both incidents showing such disregard for safety highlight the need for urgent reforms to protect pedestrians and passengers, especially in such bustling areas.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights and experiences with us today. It’s vital that we raise awareness about these incidents to ensure better safety in our communities.
**Witness:** Thank you for having me. I hope this can encourage some changes for the better.
