Algerian Bus Falls into Ravine, 27 Killed

Dozens were injured in a serious accident that occurred outside Algiers, the capital of Algeria, on Thursday. The incident, which took place on a major highway near the city, involved a collision between a heavy truck and a passenger vehicle, according to police reports. Emergency services were dispatched promptly, and several hospitals in the region received the wounded, with medical teams treating a range of injuries from fractures to internal trauma.

Algerian authorities confirmed that the crash left at least 35 people with injuries, though the exact number is still being verified. The driver of the truck was taken into custody for questioning, while the passenger vehicle’s occupants were transported to nearby hospitals. Traffic on the affected stretch of road was temporarily closed to facilitate rescue operations and to allow investigators to assess the scene.

The Ministry of Interior has urged motorists to exercise caution on the highway and has pledged a full investigation into the cause of the collision. As the investigation proceeds, officials will provide updates on the status of the injured and any potential changes to road safety regulations in the area.