A terrible traffic accident that occurred this Saturday afternoon near the Couche-Vert hillside claimed the lives of at least five people. Several others were seriously injured in a collision between a tractor-trailer and a public transport minibus.
The tragedy occurred on one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the capital. Witnesses reported that lifeless and injured people were trapped in the damaged vehicles, making any immediate rescue efforts by local residents difficult. Emergency services arrived a few minutes later to evacuate the victims.
The scene was one of rare violence: blood on the road, torn clothing, and personal belongings scattered. The emotion was palpable among the victims' relatives and residents who rushed to the scene.
