Medea, Algeria – A chain-reaction collision on a major highway in Medea province resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries this morning. The incident occurred on the North-South highway, near the town of Ben Chicao, within the district of Ouled Berkouk.
Civil Protection services responded to the scene at approximately 7:28 AM local time, following reports of a multi-vehicle pile-up involving four cars. Preliminary reports indicate that the collision occurred in the direction of Medea, near the Massconi Bridge.
Tragically, a 60-year-old individual was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s body has been transported to the morgue for further examination. In addition to the fatality, three other individuals sustained injuries of varying degrees. Paramedics provided immediate medical assistance to the injured at the site before transferring them to a local hospital for treatment.
DZWatch is closely monitoring the situation. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident. Initial assessments suggest that adverse weather conditions may have contributed to the incident, but further details are awaited.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for increased vigilance while driving. DZWatch will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
