Gina Heslop
In the early morning hours, a tragic bus accident occurred in Colombia, leaving many dead and injured.
The accident happened in the municipality of Tangua, on a road connecting the cities of Pasto and Ipiales. According to Colombia’s Minister of Transport, María Constanza García Alicastro, the accident resulted in the bus plunging down a 160-foot gorge.
Authorities have reported that 13 people died in the accident, while 28 others were injured. Miraculously, one person managed to escape unharmed.
Minister García Alicastro expressed her deepest condolences to the victims’ families and extended the national government’s full support during this difficult time.
She shared her thoughts on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, emphasizing the government’s solidarity with those affected.
The local media outlet NTN24 reported that there were 42 people on the bus when it crashed on the Pasto-Rumichaca highway.
The road where the accident happened is known for its “complicated curves,” which may have contributed to the crash.
According to The Sun, law enforcement officers believe that a combination of mechanical failure and excessive speeding likely caused the accident.
However, investigations are still underway to determine the exact circumstances that led to the tragedy.
The accident has deeply impacted the local community and the entire nation. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to provide medical assistance to the injured and recover the victims. The injured passengers were taken to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving medical care.
The authorities will likely review safety measures on this particular stretch of road to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
The tragic event has drawn attention to road safety issues in Colombia, and many people are calling for stricter regulations and better infrastructure to avoid such accidents.
