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Ukrainian MP Orest Salamakha Dies in Tragic Quad Bike Accident

1/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Orest Salamakha, a Ukrainian MP from the Servant of the People party, died on January 25 after a quad bike collided with a minibus near Lviv.
The accident occurred in Sokilnyky around 6:15 PM.
Colleagues, including MP Danylo Hetmantsev, expressed condolences and described him as a decent and reliable person.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing, with no other casualties reported.

History

Historical Context

In 2015, Ukraine faced over 3,000 traffic fatalities, prompting significant road safety reforms led by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The introduction of stricter regulations and infrastructure improvements aimed to reduce accidents. Despite these efforts, the tragic death of Orest Salamakha near Lviv underscores ongoing challenges, highlighting the need for continued reforms to enhance public safety on Ukrainian roads.

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Story summary

Orest Salamakha, a Ukrainian MP from the Servant of the People party, died on January 25 after a quad bike collided with a minibus near Lviv.
The accident occurred in Sokilnyky around 6:15 PM.
Colleagues, including MP Danylo Hetmantsev, expressed condolences and described him as a decent and reliable person.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing, with no other casualties reported.

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