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 seen 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 led to the shocking incident involving the elderly man in Piraeus?
### Interview with Local Resident About Shocking Incident in Piraeus
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, and thank you for joining us today. We are here to discuss a shocking incident that occurred in Piraeus, where an elderly man was dragged from a truck for several meters. With us is Maria Laskari, a local resident who witnessed the event. Maria, thank you for being here.
**Maria Laskari:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** Can you tell us what you witnessed on that morning?
**Maria Laskari:** It was just before 8 AM. I was on my way to the store when I saw a parked truck and a man trying to get the driver’s attention. Suddenly, the truck began to move, and I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the elderly man get caught. It was terrifying.
**Interviewer:** That sounds horrifying. How did the other bystanders react?
**Maria Laskari:** Everyone was in shock. Some people immediately rushed to help, but the truck was moving too fast. It was a chaotic scene—people were yelling for the driver to stop, and others called the emergency services right away.
**Interviewer:** Have you heard any updates about the elderly man’s condition?
**Maria Laskari:** I heard from some neighbors that he was taken to the hospital. I really hope he’s okay. It’s a reminder of how fragile life can be, and how we must remain vigilant, especially for our elders.
**Interviewer:** Absolutely. This incident raises questions about road safety and the protection of pedestrians, particularly senior citizens. What do you think needs to happen moving forward?
**Maria Laskari:** I believe we need better awareness and stricter regulations to protect pedestrians, especially in busy areas like this. Perhaps more signage and speed limits could help. It’s crucial for the community to come together to ensure that such accidents don’t happen again.
**Interviewer:** Well said, Maria. Thank you for sharing your insights and your experience. We hope for a swift recovery for the elderly man involved in the incident.
**Maria Laskari:** Thank you for bringing attention to this important issue.
**Interviewer:** Of course, and thank you to our viewers for tuning in. Stay safe and informed as we continue to follow this developing story.