In a horrific incident that occurred in the southwestern district of Yocalla, Bolivia, at least 30 individuals lost their lives when a bus plunged nearly 800 meters into a ravine. The bus was traveling between the cities of Potosí and Oruro, notorious for its perilous mountain roads. According to police, the crash resulted from speeding, which rendered the driver incapable of controlling the vehicle, as noted by police colonel Victor Benavides in a statement to AFP.
Tragic Bus Accident in Bolivia Claims Over 30 Lives
Tragic Bus Accident in Bolivia Claims Over 30 Lives
A devastating bus crash in Bolivia highlights the country's ongoing road safety challenges.
Alongside the death toll, reports indicate that at least fourteen people sustained injuries in the crash, including four children, with some of the injured in critical condition. Local news sources, such as Unitel, have emphasized the severity of the injuries reported.
Bolivia has a concerning history of road accidents, particularly in its mountainous regions. Just last month, a similar tragedy claimed the lives of 19 people when another bus veered off the road near Potosí. Each year, road accidents in Bolivia result in approximately 1,400 fatalities among its population of around 12 million, a statistic that underscores the urgent need for improved road safety measures and infrastructure reform in the country.
Bolivia has a concerning history of road accidents, particularly in its mountainous regions. Just last month, a similar tragedy claimed the lives of 19 people when another bus veered off the road near Potosí. Each year, road accidents in Bolivia result in approximately 1,400 fatalities among its population of around 12 million, a statistic that underscores the urgent need for improved road safety measures and infrastructure reform in the country.
