ALMATY, Oct 23 (NNN-KNA) – Twelve people were killed, in a road accident in the Aktobe region of western Kazakhstan, it was reported today, citing the regional police department.
The collision between a truck and a passenger vehicle, occurred on the Samara-Shymkent highway, near the village of Bel’kopa. Preliminary reports indicate that, the truck veered into the oncoming traffic.
Both drivers and ten passengers in the passenger vehicle died at the scene, while five others were taken to a medical facility. According to local authorities, three of the hospitalised victims, are in serious condition.
An investigation into the incident has been launched.– NNN-KNA
