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Major Traffic Accident on E4 Near Salem Sends Three to Hospital

Key Points
  • Five vehicles were involved in a traffic accident on E4 south of Salem, Sweden.
  • Three people were transported to hospital by ambulance but were conscious and able to speak.
  • The right lane remains closed at the accident site with only two lanes currently open to traffic.

A multi-vehicle collision occurred on the E4 highway south of Salem, Sweden, on March 9, 2026, involving five cars and sending three people to the hospital. According to Stockholm Police press spokesperson Per Fahlström, the injured individuals were conscious and able to speak when transported by ambulance. Police indicate the accident likely happened during a lane change on the highway heading toward Stockholm.

Emergency response teams have established a safety vehicle at the scene, and the right lane remains closed at the accident site, leaving only two lanes open for traffic. Police report that four vehicles require towing from the scene. Traffic is moving slower past the accident area but is expected to flow normally afterward, according to Fahlström.

the injured individuals were conscious and able to speak when transported by ambulance

Per Fahlström, Stockholm Police press spokesperson

Traffic is moving slower past the accident area but is expected to flow normally afterward

Per Fahlström, Stockholm Police press spokesperson

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