Bus carrying young athletes crashes in Hungary, killing the driver and injuring 23
A tragic bus accident in Hungary resulted in the death of the driver and injuries to 23 others. The bus was transporting young athletes to a competition when it veered into the opposing lane and collided with a tree. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, which has drawn condolences from the Hungarian President.
- ▪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.
- ▪Of the 28 passengers, 23 suffered injuries, with one youth athlete sustaining a broken femur.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onBus carrying young athletes crashes in Hungary, killing the driver and injuring 23A bus carrying young athletes to a competition in Hungary veered into the opposing lane and collided with a tree, killing the driver and injuring nearly two dozenByJUSTIN SPIKE Associated PressMay 30, 2026, 6:39 AM1:16BUDAPEST, Hungary -- A bus carrying young athletes to a competition in Hungary early Saturday 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.
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