Number of victims after minibus overturns in Transbaikalia rises

17.10.2024 10:10

New details have emerged regarding the bus overturning incident in Transbaikalia.

The number of victims as a result of the accident has increased significantly, reaching 15 people.

The Investigative Committee of Transbaikalia shared this information on its Telegram channel.

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It is noted that the mentioned accident occurred in the Shilkinsky district on Thursday.

A Ford Transit with passengers was moving along the highway. However, the vehicle was not officially registered as a minibus.

For an as yet unknown reason, the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing the minibus to go off the road and overturn.

As a result, 9 people who were in the car were injured. According to updated data, the number of victims has increased to 15, all of whom were hospitalized.

A criminal case was opened on the fact of the incident under the article on the provision of services that do not meet safety requirements.

Irina Tint Author: Irina Tint Editor of Internet resources