Tragedy in the Andes: Bolivia Bus Crash Claims 31 Lives

A tragic bus crash in the southwestern municipality of Yocalla, Bolivia, has claimed at least 31 lives and injured over a dozen more. The vehicle likely lost control, plunging 800 meters off a precipice. Several victims are in intensive care, as speed and road conditions are investigated.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 18-02-2025 02:51 IST | Created: 18-02-2025 02:51 IST
Tragedy in the Andes: Bolivia Bus Crash Claims 31 Lives
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A devastating bus crash in Bolivia has left at least 31 people dead and over a dozen injured. The incident occurred on Monday, with local police reporting the vehicle plummeted nearly 800 meters off a mountainside in Yocalla.

The crash appears to have been caused by the driver losing control, according to a police officer at the scene. Victims include 10 adults and four children, several of whom are in intensive care at a nearby hospital.

The route's challenging terrain is known for its sharp twists and turns, raising concerns about the bus's speed as a potential factor in the tragedy.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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