Istanbul, January 10 – A traffic accident involving a car and a private public bus in Arnavutköy, Istanbul, resulted in four injuries. The incident occurred in the Adnan Menderes neighborhood when the driver of the car lost control of the vehicle, first hitting a tree on the pavement and then colliding with an oncoming private public bus.
Emergency Services Dispatched to the Scene
Following the notification, health, fire, and police teams were immediately dispatched to the accident site. Firefighters worked to extricate one person trapped inside the car.
Three individuals in the car and one passenger on the private public bus sustained injuries. After receiving initial medical attention from health teams at the scene, the injured were transported to hospitals by ambulances.
Details of the Accident
The car, whose driver lost control, first veered off the road and struck a tree located on the pavement. Subsequently, it collided head-on with a private public bus that was traveling in the opposite direction. The impact caused significant damage to both vehicles.
Investigation Underway
Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident. Further details regarding the condition of the injured and the exact sequence of events leading to the collision are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
This incident adds to a series of traffic accidents reported across Turkey. Earlier today, a passenger bus collided with a truck in Kars, injuring nine people. These events highlight the ongoing concerns regarding road safety and the need for increased vigilance on the roads.
Source: trthaber.com