Five killed, 24 injured in bus accident in Tunisia
Tunis, Apr 7 (Xinhua/UNI) At least five people were killed and 24 others injured when a passenger bus overturned in southeastern Tunisia on Sunday, according to a statement by the Tunisian Health Ministry.
"The injured, including seven in critical condition, were transported to the Gabes, Matmata and Medenine hospitals for medical care," it added.
The accident took place in Gabes province when a bus rolled down a mountain almost 25 meters downward.
"Speeding seems to be the cause of this accident," said Gabes Governor Monji Thamer.
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