Fatal Accident in Vosges: Man Dead, Woman Seriously Injured
A serious traffic accident occurred on January 17, 2026, on the RD157 near Vincey in the Vosges region. The incident resulted in one fatality and one person sustaining critical injuries. The driver of the other vehicle involved has since been taken into custody.
Details of the Fatal Accident in Vosges
The tragic incident took place around 9:20 AM when a permit-free vehicle traveling toward Nomexy was violently rear-ended. This collision caused the vehicle to veer off the road and end up in a ditch, striking a tree.
- The male driver was ejected and trapped under the wreckage.
- His female passenger, identified as his daughter, remained trapped inside the vehicle.
Emergency Response
Despite the swift intervention of firefighters, the driver did not survive his injuries. The passenger was severely injured and airlifted to a hospital in Nancy, Meurthe-et-Moselle. Her condition is critical, and her life is currently at risk.
Investigation and Road Closures
As a result of the accident, the RD157 was closed to traffic from 10 AM to noon. Authorities have opened an investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. This collision marks the second fatal traffic accident in the Vosges department for the year.
Recent Traffic Incidents in Vosges
Earlier this month, on January 6, 2026, another fatal incident occurred when a car collided head-on with a truck on the D417 road near the bypass of Saint-Amé. A 59-year-old man lost his life due to his injuries sustained in that accident.
The ongoing investigation will seek answers that can prevent such disasters in the future.
