Crash near Polski Trambesh: two dead

Two truck drivers have died in a serious road collision between the villages of Strahilovo and Maslarevo in Bulgaria's Veliko Tarnovo region. The crash occurred at about 2:30 a.m. on October 28, and traffic on the Ruse–Sofia road was suspended, according to police in Veliko Tarnovo, as quoted by the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA).

What is known about the crash

According to preliminary reports, two trucks collided first and a fire subsequently broke out. An international passenger bus then collided with the trucks. One truck was registered in Bulgaria and the other in Romania.

A total of 38 people were on the bus: 36 passengers of different nationalities and two drivers. Early reports said the people were evacuated from the vehicle. Police said both bus drivers tested negative for alcohol and drugs.

Traffic restrictions and investigation

According to reports issued on the morning of October 28, the affected section of the Ruse–Sofia road was closed and diversions had been arranged. Drivers should check the latest updates from Bulgaria's Road Infrastructure Agency and follow police instructions, as traffic arrangements may change.

An examination of the scene is under way. Investigators are establishing the causes and exact sequence of the collisions. This is a developing situation, and the information will be updated when new details are officially confirmed.

Sources: BTA — information from the Veliko Tarnovo Regional Police Directorate, published by Utro (8:46 a.m., October 28); Veliko Tarnovo Municipal Radio.

The image is illustrative and does not show the crash scene. Photo: Patryk Stefanski / Unsplash.