Four Fatalities in Amskroud Bus Accident
A devastating incident occurred early in the morning of Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Amskroud, located on the Agadir-Marrakech highway, where a passenger bus overturned after being involved in a chain collision. This tragic event resulted in the loss of four lives and left 29 others injured, sparking a swift response from local authorities and emergency services.
The accident took place near the Amskroud toll booth at kilometer marker 411+700, where the bus was overturned due to a violent collision involving two light vehicles and a truck. Reports indicate that three of the deceased were women, with one of the victims identified as a local authority agent. The impact of the collision was severe, complicating the rescue efforts as emergency teams worked to extract the bodies from the wreckage.
In response to the incident, the Royal Gendarmerie, Civil Protection, and local authorities promptly arrived at the scene to secure the area and assist the injured. A total of fifteen ambulances were dispatched to transport the injured individuals to the Mohammed VI University Hospital in Agadir, where four of the victims are reported to be in critical condition.
An investigation has been initiated under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor to determine the precise circumstances leading to this tragic event and to establish accountability. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for enhanced measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.
As reported by maroc-hebdo.com.
