Medea, Algeria – December 7, 2025 – A traffic accident in Medea province this morning resulted in injuries to thirteen people, including children. The incident occurred on National Route 1, in the Ghzaghza area of Medea municipality and district.
According to the General Directorate of Civil Protection, emergency services responded to the scene at 8:20 AM local time following reports of a collision between a passenger vehicle and a private vehicle transporting children. The impact resulted in varying degrees of injuries to those involved.
DZWatch has learned that the injured range in age from eighteen months to sixty-five years. Paramedics provided initial medical assistance at the scene before transporting all thirteen individuals to the local hospital for further treatment and evaluation.
The severity of the injuries is still being assessed by medical professionals. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the cause. Initial reports suggest that road conditions may have been a contributing factor.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in the region and the need for increased vigilance among drivers, particularly those responsible for transporting children. DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.
