On Monday, January 22, 2024, a fatal accident occurred on the RN41 highway in the Tebessa region of Algeria. A passenger bus collided with a truck, killing five people and injuring 25 others.
The accident occurred at around 6:35 PM local time. The bus was traveling from Tebessa to Souk Ahras when it collided with the truck head-on. The bus was carrying a total of 30 passengers, including the driver.
The five victims were all passengers on the bus. They were identified as three women, one man, and a child. The injured passengers were taken to a local hospital for treatment. Their injuries ranged from minor to serious.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation. However, authorities believe that speeding may have been a factor.
This accident is a reminder of the importance of road safety. Drivers should always obey the speed limit and be aware of their surroundings.
Algerian perspective
This accident is a tragedy for the families of the victims and the injured. It is also a reminder of the need for improved road safety in Algeria.
Algeria has a high rate of road accidents. In 2022, there were over 9,000 road deaths in the country. This is a significant number, given that Algeria has a population of only 44 million people.
There are a number of factors that contribute to road accidents in Algeria. These include speeding, drunk driving, and poor road conditions.
The government of Algeria has taken some steps to improve road safety. These include increasing the number of traffic police officers and enforcing stricter laws. However, more needs to be done to reduce the number of road accidents in the country.
