One person was killed and 27 others were injured in a tragic multiple vehicles collision in Myanmar’s Mandalay region, as reported by rescue officials on Friday. The accident took place in Meiktila town around 4:20 p.m. local time on Thursday when a car hit a bicycle and then collided head-on with another vehicle carrying garment factory employees.
According to Kyaw Ko Ko, an official from the Myoset Thit Myat Parami Rescue Organization, “The one riding the bicycle has died. A total of 27 people from both vehicles were injured.” The deceased was identified as a female.
The incident serves as another reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant and follow traffic regulations to prevent such devastating accidents from occurring. The authorities are likely investigating the cause of the collision to determine if any factors contributed to the tragic event.
Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and all those who were injured in this unfortunate incident. The community must come together to support those affected and work towards creating safer roads for everyone.
