The last 24 hours brought new, grim statistics on road safety in the country, with a total of 22 people injured in 17 serious traffic accidents. The data, provided by the Ministry of Interior, once again draws attention to the critical state of road traffic and the need for urgent measures.
In the capital alone, which is the epicenter of intense traffic and increased risk, four serious incidents were registered. They resulted in injuries to seven people, who were transported for medical assistance. In addition, Sofia's busy streets were also the scene of 21 minor road accidents, further illustrating the chaos and tension on the roads.
This alarming daily statistic is only part of a larger and longer-term trend that has been observed since the beginning of the month. From August 1 until now, the number of accidents has reached 492, as a result of which 30 people have died and 651 have been injured. These numbers are a silent reproach to all road users - from pedestrians and cyclists to car and truck drivers.
The outlook for the entire year is also not more comforting. Since the beginning of 2025, the roads in Bulgaria have taken the lives of 267 people. The total number of registered incidents has reached 4279, and those injured - those who will carry the scars of the accidents for a lifetime - are 5378. These figures are not just statistics; they represent tragedies, ruined lives, and families immersed in grief and uncertainty.
Despite the grim picture, the Ministry of Interior also notes one small but important detail in its latest report. When compared to the real data for the same period of the previous year 2024, a slight decrease in victims is observed - with 15 fewer fatalities among road users. Although every saved human life is a cause for optimism, this modest improvement is too insignificant to mitigate the shock of the constant tragedies on the roads. Experts are adamant that much more decisive and large-scale actions are needed for a lasting improvement in road safety in the country.