Sofia, Bulgaria – Three people have lost their lives and 24 have been injured in a total of 20 serious road accidents that occurred in the country during the past 24 hours. The data was officially announced by the Ministry of Interior (MoI) and published on the departmental website, highlighting the continuing alarming trend of incidents on the roads.
MoI Statistics: Incidents in Sofia and the Country
According to the MoI summary, two serious crashes were registered in the capital city of Sofia alone, resulting in injuries to two people. In addition, 19 lighter road incidents also occurred in the city, which also contribute to the tense situation on the road network. These events shed light on the high risk faced by road users, both in large cities and on national roads.
The statistics for a longer period are also not encouraging. Since the beginning of the month, a total of 436 crashes have occurred in the country, killing 29 people and injuring 585.
These figures show a consistently high number of incidents and casualties, which requires increased attention from institutions and road users.
Cumulative Data Since the Beginning of the Year
Cumulative data from the beginning of the year to date also paints a serious picture. From January until now, 4218 road accidents have been registered. As a result, 266 people have died and 5306 have been injured. This data is a cause for serious analysis of the causes of the crashes – from speeding and risky driving to the condition of the road infrastructure and compliance with traffic rules.
Slight Decrease in the Number of Casualties
Despite the grim statistics, the MoI also notes one positive trend. When compared with data for the same period in 2024, it is found that in 2025, there were 12 fewer road deaths. This slight improvement, although small against the total number of victims, gives some hope that the road safety measures taken are yielding a minimal but real result.
- Experts continue to insist on increased control activities and informational campaigns to further reduce the tragic incidents on the country's roads.