74-Year-Old Woman Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Andorra's CG-2 Amid Drunk Driver

Two people injured in Friday's fatal crash on the CG-2 near Encamp remain in intensive care with a reserved prognosis, hospital sources have confirmed. Police are investigating the incident as a suspected case of manslaughter due to serious negligence.

The collision at Valira Nova involved three vehicles—two Andorran-registered and one French-plated—and claimed the life of a 74-year-old woman from Sant Julià de Lòria. It occurred around 6:23pm amid heavy rain and hail, leaving four others hospitalised. The Cupra driver, a 36-year-old man who tested at about 1.72 g/l blood alcohol, and the Nissan Micra driver—his daughter—continue receiving intensive care. The Micra's passenger, the 74-year-old woman, suffered cardiac arrest from the impact's force. Firefighters extricated her, and medical teams from the Andorran Health Service (SAAS) performed resuscitation at the scene, during transport in a SUM ambulance, and at hospital, but she could not be revived. The Peugeot 208's two occupants, a couple, were treated for minor injuries.

Police sources, citing the case's judicial status, have limited details but confirmed proceedings for manslaughter by serious imprudence—a charge for unintentionally causing death through grave negligence. Investigators will determine criminal liability, with final decisions resting with judicial authorities. Initial findings point to one vehicle crossing into the opposing lane, though exact causes remain under review. Witnesses noted emergency calls from around 6:20pm; the Cupra may have lost control during an overtake or while avoiding a stationary bus, but this awaits confirmation. Nearby parked vehicles saw minor damage.

Emergency response included police, five fire crews from Andorra la Vella and Canillo, and SAAS teams. The highway closed southbound at Valira Nova for nearly three hours, prompting diversions and tailbacks. Authorities intend to detain the Cupra driver upon discharge. The victim and her husband had operated a small home-cooking restaurant in a former Josa shop in Sant Julià, prompting local shock. The probe remains open, with police withholding further aspects amid ongoing inquiries.