A routine morning in Sunny Beach was disrupted on September 26 when a stolen truck caused a traffic accident involving several parked vehicles. The incident occurred around 07:35 a.m. near the Tarsis Nova complex, according to a report from the Nessebar Regional Office.
Police confirmed that the vehicle at the center of the crash was an Iveco Daily truck with Burgas registration plates. The truck was driven by a 37-year-old man from Nessebar, who struck a parked Renault Master truck with Veliko Tarnovo plates from behind.
The impact caused the Renault to lurch forward, colliding with two more parked cars. All vehicles sustained damage, but no injuries were reported. The force of the crash drew the attention of nearby residents and business owners, many of whom contacted the authorities immediately.
Subsequent police checks revealed that the Iveco truck had been taken without the knowledge or consent of its rightful owner, a 51-year-old resident. Both the driver and the owner are reported to be non-drivers by registration status, raising additional questions about how the vehicle came into use.
Authorities acted swiftly, detaining the 37-year-old suspect under a police warrant for up to 24 hours. Investigators are now working to determine the full circumstances of the theft and subsequent collision. A pre-trial proceeding has been opened, signaling that the case will be pursued in court.
Local police emphasized the seriousness of the offense, noting that taking and operating a vehicle without consent not only constitutes theft but also endangers public safety. The fact that the suspect was not a licensed driver added to the risks involved.
Residents in the area have expressed concern over the growing number of reckless driving cases in Sunny Beach, a resort town that attracts thousands of visitors each year. While this incident occurred early in the morning and involved parked cars rather than pedestrians, many noted that the outcome could have been far worse if traffic had been heavier.
Police have assured the public that the investigation will be thorough and that measures will be taken to prevent similar cases in the future.
For now, the damaged vehicles remain as a visible reminder of the dangers posed by unauthorized and reckless driving. The case is expected to move forward with formal charges once the pre-trial investigation concludes.