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Marta Fort Involved in Buenos Aires Crash That Injured 89-Year-Old Pedestrian

Authorities opened an injuries case, with investigators now collecting evidence to determine responsibility.

Overview

  • The collision occurred around midday at Migueletes and Olleros, with Fort driving a BMW X3.
  • Emergency service SAME treated the 89-year-old and took her to a hospital for evaluation, where she was diagnosed with minor right-hip trauma and reported out of danger.
  • Some reports say a 31-year-old man also suffered minor injuries, while others mention only the elderly woman.
  • Fort remained at the scene, contacted her lawyer, was notified of proceedings, and later left after completing formalities, with conflicting accounts on whether the vehicle was seized for forensic tests.
  • The case is labeled “lesiones” under the Unidad de Flagrancia Norte as police gather statements and examine claims that the pedestrian crossed improperly and that a double-parked vehicle limited the driver’s ability to avoid the impact.