Serious accident on Hemus motorway: One dead and five injured in collision between bus and semi-truck

12.05.2026 | Accidents

A severe accident at the entrance to Sofia has claimed a life. A bus crashed into a semi-truck on the Hemus motorway. Five people have been admitted to Pirogov Hospital, including a 3-year-old child.

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Severe traffic accident on Hemus Motorway near Sofia

A tragic accident shook Sofia last night. A 73-year-old passenger died following a collision between a bus and a heavy goods vehicle on the Hemus Motorway, the Ministry of Interior reported. The report of the crash was received at approximately 01:12 AM.

The crash occurred when the bus attempted to overtake a semi-truck, leading to an impact.

Casualties and condition of the injured

A total of five people were transported to the Pirogov emergency hospital. Among the injured is a 3-year-old child. Following thorough medical examinations and tests:

At this time, the causes of the serious accident are being clarified. Traffic in the area was disrupted during the investigation.