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Bus whose passengers included kids crashes in France, leaving 2 dead and 16 injured

Bus whose passengers included kids crashes in France, leaving 2 dead and 16 injured

Summary

An intercity bus crashed near Lent in eastern France on Friday morning, killing one minor and one young adult and injuring 16 people. Three of the injured were in serious condition, according to the Ain region prefecture; passengers reportedly included children traveling to school.

Key Facts

  • The crash happened near the small town of Lent, north-east of Lyon.
  • French authorities said one minor and one young adult were killed.
  • The Ain region prefecture reported 16 people were injured, including three seriously.
  • The bus was an intercity bus.
  • BFM TV reported that children traveling to middle and high schools were among the passengers.
  • Emergency services and law enforcement officers were sent to the scene.
  • Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said he was heading to the crash site.
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