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Turkiye highway crash kills 11, injures 27 after tour bus hits truck

Turkiye highway crash kills 11, injures 27 after tour bus hits truck

Summary

A tour bus and a tow truck collided on a highway in western Turkiye, killing at least 11 people and injuring 27. The crash happened near toll booths in Manisa province, and emergency teams are working at the scene.

Key Facts

  • The crash occurred near toll booths at Akhisar on the Gebze-Orhangazi-Izmir highway in Manisa province.
  • At least 11 people died and 27 were injured in the accident.
  • The bus driver was hospitalized and then arrested by police.
  • Both the tour bus and the tow truck overturned, causing heavy damage.
  • The tow truck was carrying wooden planks at the time of the crash.
  • Authorities are organizing the investigation with the Public Prosecutor’s Office.
  • It is not yet confirmed if any foreign nationals were among the victims.
  • The governor of Manisa visited the crash site during the emergency response.
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