12 Killed, 33 Injured in Egypt University Bus Crash

Egypt (Transatlantic Today) – A tragic bus accident in northeastern Egypt has claimed the lives of 12 university students and left 33 others injured, according to the Health Ministry. The crash occurred on the Ain Sokhna highway as students from Galala University were returning to their dormitory in Porto Sokhna.

Emergency responders, including 28 ambulances, rushed to the scene, transporting the injured to the Suez Medical Complex. Authorities have not disclosed their condition or the cause of the accident. However, local reports indicate that the bus driver has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation.

Egypt has a long history of deadly road accidents, primarily due to speeding, poorly maintained roads, and weak enforcement of traffic laws. This latest tragedy underscores the urgent need for improved road safety measures to prevent further loss of life.