E18 Accident with DUI Suspect and Road Repairs Near Tvedestrand

Tvedestrand, Norway

Reported 6 hours ago(Nov 7, 2025, 11:34 PM)

A person was in a car being checked by ambulance. E18 eastbound is closed from Longum until the vehicle is recovered. Road Traffic Center notified.

Analysis

A serious accident involving a vehicle fire has shut down part of the E18 near Longum in Tvedestrand. Authorities have recovered the damaged vehicle while contractors conduct road repairs. Police confirm the driver is suspected of operating the vehicle under the influence and have opened a DUI investigation.

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PolitietOfficial
Norwegian Police
E18 Accident with DUI Suspect and Road Repairs Near Tvedestrand
A person was in a car being checked by ambulance. E18 eastbound is closed from Longum until the vehicle is recovered. Road Traffic Center notified.
Reported 6 hours ago(Nov 7, 2025, 11:34 PM)
PolitietOfficial
Norwegian Police
Material Damage to Vehicle in Tvedestrand
Material damage reported on a car with possible damage to autovern structures.
Reported 6 hours ago(Nov 7, 2025, 11:38 PM)
PolitietOfficial
Norwegian Police
Vehicle Fire on Scene in Tvedestrand
A vehicle fire has been reported on the scene in Tvedestrand.
Reported 6 hours ago(Nov 8, 2025, 12:03 AM)
PolitietOfficial
Norwegian Police
Drunk Driving Incident and Road Repairs in Tvedestrand
A vehicle has been salvaged following an incident, with remaining repair work needed on protective barriers (autovern). Contractor is on-site for repairs. Driver suspected of operating vehicle under influence. Police have opened criminal case.
Reported 6 hours ago(Nov 8, 2025, 12:20 AM)