A tragic traffic accident occurred on Saturday evening in the village of Ouled Jalal, located under the jurisdiction of the Bouhajla district in the Sidi Kacem province. A large taxi veered off the road and fell into the Sebou River, resulting in a significant toll on the local community.
Initial reports indicate that the accident has led to the unfortunate death of two individuals, while four others sustained injuries of varying degrees of severity. Emergency services promptly transported the injured to the hospital for necessary medical treatment and care.
Upon receiving notification of the incident, local authorities, along with members of the royal gendarmerie and civil protection teams, rushed to the scene. They took the necessary measures to secure the accident site and manage the aftermath of the incident. The taxi driver has been taken to the gendarmerie headquarters as part of an ongoing investigation to ascertain the circumstances and causes of the accident, along with determining any potential liabilities.
This tragedy has once again highlighted the precarious conditions of certain bends near the Sebou River, which continue to raise concerns among road users due to their hazardous nature and the lack of adequate safety measures in many areas.
In light of the recurring threats faced by road users in this region, there are renewed calls for immediate intervention by the relevant authorities to enhance road safety conditions. This could include the establishment of preventive barriers or fencing along dangerous stretches to mitigate the risks of veering off the road and falling into the river, thereby preventing further casualties.
The results of the investigation initiated by the royal gendarmerie are expected to reveal the precise circumstances of this incident and clarify responsibilities. The heartbreaking event has left the local community and road users mourning the loss and expressing their sorrow.
As reported by ar.hibapress.com.
