Tragic Road Accident Near Zagora Claims Four Lives
A devastating road accident occurred early on the morning of October 21, 2026, in the province of Zagora, Morocco, resulting in the loss of four lives and leaving 22 others injured. The accident involved a public transport bus that was traveling from Marrakech to M’hamid El Ghizlane. This tragic event took place in the Tagounite area around 6 a.m., when the bus, which was carrying 26 passengers at the time, overturned, leading to a catastrophic outcome.
According to a statement from the public prosecutor's office at the Zagora first instance court, the unfortunate incident resulted in the immediate death of four passengers, while the remaining travelers sustained injuries of varying severity. Authorities have initiated an investigation to ascertain the precise circumstances surrounding the accident, ensuring that all necessary measures are being taken to monitor the health of the injured individuals. They have also arranged for the dignified burial of the deceased victims.
The public prosecutor emphasized that appropriate legal actions will be pursued following the conclusion of the investigation, based on the findings that emerge. This incident has cast a shadow over the community, prompting a call for enhanced road safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
As reported by maroc-hebdo.com.
