An accident involving a long-distance bus left a tragic toll in Peru this week. At least 13 people died and 19 others were injured when a route between Lima, the capital, and Ayacucho went off the expected path. Local authorities reported that the majority of those hurt were transported to the Ayacucho Regional Hospital, with several receiving care at the Jesus Nazareno Support Hospital. Among the injured were three children, aged four to thirteen years. This grave incident highlights the ongoing risks faced on intercity bus routes across the region. Attribution: Direccion Regional de Salud de Ayacucho.
The Ayacucho Regional Health Directorate, which provided the initial casualty figures, said the crash occurred around 6:30 in the morning local time. Medical teams were dispatched to the scene immediately to administer first aid and stabilize victims before transferring them to nearby facilities. The rapid response underscores the critical role of on-site health services in the wake of road traffic accidents. Attribution: Direccion Regional de Salud de Ayacucho.
Peruvian prosecutors have opened urgent and necessary investigations into the crash. The provincial prosecutor ordered the collection of passenger lists and the documentation of the transport company and the vehicle involved, as well as statements from witnesses and unharmed passengers. The aim is to determine the causes and prevent a recurrence by identifying any violations or failures in safety protocols. Attribution: Ministerio Publico de Peru.