The number of persons killed in road traffic accidents in Norway for the month of May 2023 was 13. This data reflects a comparison to the previous year, where 116 deaths were recorded, and an average of 101 deaths over the past five years. The number of severely injured individuals in May 2023 was 578, with the corresponding figures being 588 in 2022 and an average of 588 over the past five years.
Breaking down the statistics by gender, out of the total number of fatalities in May 2023, 10 were males and 3 were females. In comparison, the figures for 2022 were 86 males and 30 females, while the five-year average recorded 77 male deaths and 24 female deaths.
Analyzing the data based on the group of road users involved in accidents, the largest number of fatalities in May 2023 occurred among drivers of cars, with a total of 6 deaths. This is compared to 45 driver deaths in 2022 and an average of 48 driver deaths over the past five years. Additionally, 1 passenger of a car, 3 drivers and passengers on motorcycles and mopeds, and 1 cyclist, pedestrian, or person on a sled also lost their lives in road traffic accidents in May 2023.
Looking at age groups, 6 fatalities in May 2023 were individuals aged 45-64 years, followed by 4 fatalities among individuals aged 65 years or older. In the 16-24 years age group, there were no reported deaths in May 2023, whereas there were 17 deaths in 2022 and an average of 18 deaths over the past five years.
It’s important to note that no information is available regarding road traffic accident fatalities for individuals of unknown age.
These statistics provide an overview of the road traffic accidents involving personal injury in Norway for the month of May 2023, highlighting the number of deaths and severely injured individuals based on various categories such as gender, road user groups, and age. The data serves as a basis for understanding and addressing road safety concerns in the country.
https://www.ssb.no/en/transport-og-reiseliv/landtransport/statistikk/trafikkulykker-med-personskade