A serious collision involving two passenger buses and a car occurred on Katukova Street in Lipetsk, leaving fifteen people injured, including a child. Local authorities confirmed the figures as part of ongoing emergency response efforts. This update comes via regional channels reporting the incident on the scene and through the Lipetsk government press service.
Initial reports indicate the crash happened at or near house number 51 on Katukova Street, where one bus was waiting at a crosswalk as another vehicle approached. Responders described a scene with multiple vehicles involved and a disruption to ordinary traffic flows in the area. Emergency crews were promptly dispatched, with seven ambulance teams on site and a disaster medicine unit ready to address a range of injuries and potential medical complications.
Medical teams provided on-site care to all those affected and organized rapid transport for the injured. Six individuals with varying injuries were admitted to nearby hospitals for further assessment and treatment. A 14-year-old was taken to the regional children’s hospital for specialized pediatric care, underscoring the seriousness of the crash and the need for careful monitoring of younger passengers.
Official statements from the Lipetsk region’s public safety and information channels described the sequence of events as preliminary data: a PAZ city bus on the 359 route reportedly collided with another bus and a car following the green light at the crosswalk. The incident appears to have involved a Ford Focus in close proximity to the crossing, raising questions about signal timing, vehicle movements, and pedestrian safety in the immediate area.
As investigators gather more information, attention remains on the broader implications for urban transit in Lipetsk, including carriage of passengers on city routes and the coordination between bus operators, traffic control, and emergency responders. Authorities are expected to review traffic light timing at critical intersections and to examine the safety protocols used at transit stops to prevent similar crashes in the future. The incident stands as a reminder of the vulnerabilities present in busy urban corridors and the ongoing need for diligent safety measures for buses, cars, and pedestrians alike. A related report has noted that another major collision occurred earlier in Bashkiria, where a Kamaz truck and a bus were involved, resulting in fatalities and injuries, highlighting a broader pattern of road incidents across different regions.