Grim statistics: 5 dead and dozens injured in accidents within 24 hours

A bloody toll on the road

The past 24 hours have proven extremely difficult for Bulgarian roads. According to the Ministry of Interior, five people died and 35 others were injured in 26 registered accidents.

Since the beginning of the year, 3,589 serious road accidents have been registered, which have claimed the lives of 257 people.

Statistics for July and 2024

• For the month of July: 556 serious accidents, 39 dead and 691 injured.
• Since the beginning of 2024: 3,589 serious accidents, 257 dead and 4,453 injured.

The tragedy near Ruse

One of the most severe accidents in recent days occurred on July 24 on the Ruse-Byala road. Four people died in a head-on collision between a minivan and a truck. The vehicle, carrying six Ukrainian citizens, entered the oncoming lane for no apparent reason, leading to the fatal outcome.

Road safety – a shared responsibility

Data from the Ministry of Interior highlights the critical need for increased attention, adherence to speed limits, and strict compliance with traffic rules. Road safety depends on the actions of each and every one of us.