Bus carrying young athletes crashes in Hungary, killing driver and injuring 23
A tragic bus accident in Hungary resulted in the death of the driver and injuries to 23 individuals, including young athletes. The bus was transporting competitors to a competition when it veered off course and collided with a tree. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, while the injured have been taken to hospitals for treatment.
- ▪The accident occurred near the town of Hird at around 5:20 a.m. local time.
- ▪There were 28 people on the bus, including 19 youth competitors and three coaches.
- ▪23 passengers suffered injuries, with one youth athlete sustaining a broken femur and other serious injuries.
- ▪Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok expressed condolences and wished for a speedy recovery for the injured.
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A bus carrying young athletes to a competition in Hungary early Saturday (May 30, 2026) veered into the opposing lane and then collided with a tree, killing the driver and injuring nearly two dozen, police said.The accident occurred near the town of Hird in southwestern Hungary at around 5:20 a.m. local time, Baranya County Police said in a statement, adding that the cause of the accident had not yet been determined.There were 28 people on the bus, including 19 youth competitors from the aerobics division of the nearby Pécs Sports School, as well as three coaches, six parents and the driver.
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