YEREVAN, January 30 – A tragic multi-vehicle collision on the Yerevan-Gyumri highway on January 27, 2026, has claimed the life of one individual. Patvakan Karapetyan, who was critically injured in the 15-car pile-up, passed away at the ‘Armenia’ medical center in Yerevan after failing to regain consciousness.
Details of the Fatal Accident
The incident occurred on the 52nd kilometer section of the Yerevan-Gyumri highway. Karapetyan was reportedly driving a “Ford Transit” vehicle when the chain-reaction collision took place. He was transported to the medical center in an extremely critical condition.
Police Notification and Investigation
The Talin department of the Police Community Police General Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Armenia received an alert from the ‘Armenia’ medical center on January 28, confirming Karapetyan’s death. The police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
This tragic event highlights the critical importance of road safety and vigilance, especially on major highways. Authorities are urging drivers to exercise extreme caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such devastating incidents in the future.
The incident has drawn significant attention, with local photojournalist Gagik Shamshyan providing initial reports. The community awaits further information regarding the official cause of the multi-vehicle crash and any potential measures to enhance road safety in the affected area.
The loss of Patvakan Karapetyan serves as a somber reminder of the potential dangers on the roads and the need for continuous efforts to improve driving conditions and driver awareness.
