A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle near the Faculty of Law in Belgrade on Thursday, May 14, 2026, during a blockade of a major intersection. Emergency services responded to the scene as protesters continued to obstruct traffic, creating significant challenges for medical personnel attempting to reach the injured individual.
The collision occurred at the intersection adjacent to the Faculty of Law. The incident took place while a blockade was in effect, obstructing the normal flow of traffic in the area. Reports indicate that the vehicle struck a man during the period of disruption caused by the intersection blockade.
Emergency Response and Access Issues
Emergency responders arrived at the scene to provide medical assistance to the victim. The presence of the blockade created logistical difficulties for the arrival of ambulances and other emergency vehicles. Access to the intersection near the Faculty of Law was restricted, which hindered the movement of medical personnel through the area.
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The intersection serves as a significant transit point in Belgrade, and the combination of the blockade and the subsequent accident has caused extensive delays. Local authorities have not yet provided a specific update on the medical condition of the man involved in the collision.
Police Investigation and Traffic Status
Belgrade police have initiated an investigation to determine the exact cause of the collision. Officers are working to establish whether the driver was attempting to bypass the blockade or if the pedestrian was moving through the restricted area at the time of the impact.
Traffic in the immediate vicinity of the Faculty of Law remains diverted as investigators process the scene. Law enforcement continues to manage the intersection to facilitate the investigation and to handle the ongoing traffic disruptions caused by the blockade.