Fatal Crash in Adelaide: 41st Road Death This Year

0:00A tragic crash in Adelaide's north claimed a life when a hold in statesman slammed into an electricity pole on Curtis Road at Engelvale just after 10.30 a.m. on Friday. The car burst into flames, killing the 29-year-old passenger from Brahma Lodge, despite desperate rescue attempts. Good Samaritans rushed to the scene, trying to pry open the passenger door while flagging down cars and buses for fire extinguishers. The 22-year-old driver from Penfield managed to escape on his own and was taken to hospital with injuries that aren't life-threatening. Witnesses described the chaotic effort to save the trapped man, pulling over to comfort the driver and hunt for tools to fight the fire. Police and firefighters arrived, but couldn't get to him in time. Marking this, the 41st road death in South Australia this year. Now authorities are ramping up a troll stay wide, with extra resources targeting risky driving behaviors like speeding and not paying attention. Especially in regional spots too. This crash reminds us how quickly things turn deadly on the roads, so stay sharp out there

1:04and drive safe. I'm Corey with the story. That's your Adelaide News today of Dayton, AI-powered and always on.