An accident occurred in Greece involving a bus and a car with a Russian national aboard. The incident was reported by ERT News.
The crash happened along the major Athens-Thessaloniki national highway at the 521st kilometer, near Kilkis in northern Greece. According to the broadcaster, a Serbian-plated bus carrying 81 passengers collided head-on with a Greek-registered car carrying four occupants, one of whom was identified as Russian. In the immediate aftermath, three occupants of the car lost their lives at the scene, and a fourth succumbed to injuries while being transported to a hospital in Thessaloniki.
Emergency medical teams treated the injured at the scene and then transported them to nearby medical facilities. Most victims sustained minor injuries, and medical staff reported stable conditions for several of the survivors as they were admitted for further observation and care.
The Central Macedonia Police Department confirmed that the impact was a head-on collision. The force of the crash caused the bus to veer off the roadway and overturn. A second vehicle traveling in the same direction, toward Evzoni, was involved in the incident; its occupants escaped without injuries. Investigators are examining road conditions, vehicle maintenance records, and driver behavior to determine the sequence of events that led to the collision.
Authorities have not released definitive conclusions about the causative factors. Officials stated that the investigation would consider multiple possibilities, including potential contributing factors such as road surface conditions, weather, driver fatigue, and mechanical issues. As the inquiry continues, precautionary measures and traffic advisories might be issued to prevent further incidents on this busy corridor.
In related news from regional authorities, the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Antalya reported at the start of September that three Russian nationals were injured in a separate traffic accident near Alanya. This regional record underscores how road safety remains a cross-border concern in both Europe and adjacent regions, where travelers frequently share similar routes and transport networks. The ongoing discussions among national police and diplomatic offices emphasize the importance of coordinated responses to such events.
Authorities in Moscow also reported a separate incident described as a head-on collision involving a luxury vehicle, illustrating that serious roadway incidents can occur in diverse contexts. While these reports originate from different locales, the common thread is the focus on rapid emergency response, clear incident documentation, and subsequent investigations to identify preventive measures for the future. This broader pattern highlights the ongoing need for stringent traffic safety practices, rigorous road maintenance, and vigilant driver behavior across the region.
As the investigation proceeds, officials will likely review traffic camera footage, analyze the timing of the crash, and interview witnesses to establish a precise timeline. Updates from the police and health services are anticipated as more information becomes available, and families affected by the accident await further details. The public is advised to follow official channels for verified information and travel advisories related to this route and neighboring corridors. Source: ERT News.