Crime
A motocross motorcycle rider fled from police in Pattijoki during the night between Saturday and Sunday, driving at a significantly excessive speed in a populated area. The incident occurred on Marintie Road, where the rider evaded authorities while posing a risk to public safety. The Oulu Police Department is investigating
Traffic
Helsinki Police detained three individuals on Friday evening following a brief but dangerous car pursuit through the city. The incident began at approximately 8:30 PM in Malminkartano, where authorities received a report of a vehicle driving suspiciously, according to the Helsinki Police Command Center (Iltalehti). When officers attempted to
Traffic
A collision between two vehicles on Highway 65 in Ylöjärvi on Friday evening resulted in one critically injured passenger, according to the Pirkanmaa Rescue Department. The accident occurred around 18:50 when an overtaking vehicle struck the car it was attempting to pass while both were traveling in a queue
Crime
Police in Länsi-Uusimaa are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was struck by a car in Espoo’s Westend on Sunday evening, with the driver leaving the scene without providing assistance. The incident occurred at approximately 19:30 on Hietaniementie, near its intersection with Westendintie. According to police, the
Traffic
The Finnish Defence Forces imposed temporary restrictions on air and maritime traffic off the coast of Kotka early Friday morning due to a potential drone threat. The restricted area was activated at approximately 4:00 AM and lifted at 5:25 AM, according to Iltalehti. The Defence Forces stated on
Politics
The Finnish Government has submitted a Union communication to Parliament regarding the European Commission’s proposals for a Passenger Package, expressing broad support for its objectives while emphasising the need for proportionate regulation. The package, presented by the Commission on 13 May 2026, aims to simplify cross-border and multi-
Traffic
A medium-sized water traffic accident occurred on Friday afternoon when a 24-meter steamship struck the Suvantosilta Bridge in Joensuu. The incident took place on the Pielisjoki River, where the bridge crosses the waterway. The North Karelia Rescue Department received an alert about the accident at 15:21, and
Traffic
Häme Police are investigating a traffic accident on Highway 3 near Iittala in Hämeenlinna, where a passenger car overturned after an evasive maneuver during an overtaking attempt. The incident occurred on Wednesday, 8 July, at approximately 11:15. According to police, the driver of the passenger car was overtaking a
Traffic
A serious collision on Highway 5 in Alapitkä, Lapinlahti, last week left three people injured and prompted an ongoing police investigation into potential traffic safety violations. Meanwhile, authorities in Häme are seeking public assistance after a separate incident on Highway 3 involving a hit-and-run truck. Collision on Highway
Traffic
Finland is set to witness its largest road transport operation on Thursday evening, as a colossal fuel tank begins its journey from Teuva to Kaskinen Port. The transport, organised by Vuorsola Oy, will carry a 300-tonne fuel tank—equivalent to the weight of around 150 passenger cars—manufactured by
Crime
A WhatsApp group in Iitti, Päijät-Häme, where residents alert each other about police traffic controls, may meet the criteria of a new criminal offense under Finland’s revised penal code. The group, which has nearly 130 members, shares real-time warnings about police raids on local roads and waterways,
Crime
A senior constable from the Central Finland Police Department’s traffic unit has been dismissed following a conviction for aggravated drunk driving. The officer, whose duties included traffic surveillance and road safety enforcement, was stopped by police while off duty in Tampere last January.