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Bus Crashes into Crowd in China, Killing 11 and Injuring Others

Sep 3, 2024 1 min read

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A bus accident in Tai'an city, Shandong province, eastern China, has resulted in the deaths of 11 people and injuries to 13 others. The incident occurred at the gate of a middle school when a bus designed for transporting students lost control and hit a group of students and their parents. Among the deceased are six parents and five students. One person is reported to be in critical condition, while the other injured individuals are stable.

The driver of the bus is currently in police custody, and authorities are investigating the cause of the accident. It remains unclear whether the crash was intentional or due to unsafe driving. This incident adds to a series of transportation-related tragedies in China, which have included fatal school bus accidents and attacks targeting schoolchildren.

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