What happened
On Sunday, September 28, 2025, at about 7:30 in the morning, the cantonal Police Emergency Center was alerted to a serious collision on the road from Fribourg to Lussy. An automobile, driven by a 20-year-old man traveling from Villaz-St-Pierre toward Romont, unexpectedly veered to the left and collided head-on with a public transport vehicle that was traveling in the opposite direction.
People involved
The car carried three young adults: the driver and two passengers aged 21 and 22. All three were transported by ambulance to a hospital for treatment. The bus driver, a 49-year-old man, was not injured, and the bus had no passengers at the time of the crash. Police checks at the scene indicated that the car’s driver held a learner’s permit and was under the influence of alcohol. The front-seat passenger, a 22-year-old, did not possess a driving license. The driver resides in the canton.
Response, road closure, and scene management
To ensure the safety of everyone involved and to allow responders to work, the road was closed for roughly three hours. A detour was established to maintain traffic flow in the area while the scene was secured and the roadway repaired by firefighters from Battalion Sud. The incident disrupted local travel on a key route between Fribourg and Lussy, underscoring the challenges of morning traffic on rural Swiss roads.
Investigation and potential consequences
At this stage, the exact causes of the crash remain under investigation. Authorities noted the driver’s use of alcohol and the lack of a valid driving license for the front-seat passenger as key elements under review. The driver and the front-seat passenger are to be referred to the competent authorities for possible further action. Investigators will examine factors such as vehicle control, speed, road conditions, and the behavior of all occupants to determine accountability for the collision.
Safety context and takeaways
Swiss traffic safety rules strictly prohibit driving under the influence and driving with an invalid license. Learner drivers are typically required to be accompanied and supervised, with appropriate licensing in place. This incident serves as a reminder of the risks of impaired driving and the importance of proper licensing, seat belt use, and staying attentive on even seemingly familiar routes. Local authorities urge motorists to plan ahead for potential detours on rural roads and to follow instructions from emergency responders during road incidents.
