A dog died and a pedestrian was injured in a traffic accident in Eidsvoll, Norway, on Thursday, March 19, 2026. The incident highlights the vulnerability of pedestrians and animals on roadways, a concern for communities worldwide.
Police and ambulance services responded to the scene on Østsivegen, according to a statement from the Øst Police District. The pedestrian was reportedly struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk.
“The dog is dead, the person is conscious,” police reported at 4:16 PM local time. The injured pedestrian is receiving medical attention.
Authorities have seized the driver’s license, Norwegian broadcaster NRK reported. Further details regarding the cause of the accident are currently under investigation.
Eidsvoll Ullensaker Blad noted that the incident occurred shortly after another accident in the area, though details of the second accident were not immediately available.
