Tragic Bus Accident in St. Petersburg 7 Lives Lost in River Collision Confirm Police

Post by : Elena Malik

Tragedy struck in St. Petersburg as a bus plunged into the Moyka River, claiming the lives of seven individuals and leaving several others injured. The incident, which occurred in the heart of the historic city center, sent shockwaves through the community.

Authorities confirmed that approximately 20 passengers were aboard the ill-fated bus when it crashed into the river. The Russian Investigative Committee announced the grim update, revealing the rise in the death toll from the initial reports.

Promptly responding to the emergency, rescue teams from the Ministry of Emergency Situations swiftly mobilized, deploying divers to the scene. Their immediate task was to attach slings to the submerged bus, initiating efforts to retrieve it from the water.

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Amid the chaos, law enforcement officials launched investigations into the tragic incident, opening criminal probes to ascertain the circumstances leading to the fatal crash. Meanwhile, eyewitnesses captured harrowing footage of the calamity, which circulated on Russian media channels.

The video footage depicted the bus swerving violently on the road before careening off a bridge and plunging into the river below. Within moments, the vehicle vanished beneath the surface, leaving behind a scene of devastation and disbelief.

As the city mourns the loss of lives and grapples with the aftermath of the accident, questions loom over the factors contributing to the tragedy. The incident serves as a grim reminder of the importance of road safety measures and the need for enhanced vigilance on the streets of St. Petersburg.

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