Tragedy Strikes on the Autobahn: Fatal Crash Involving FlixBus Near Leipzig
In a devastating incident on the bustling A9 autobahn near Leipzig, at least five individuals have lost their lives and several others sustained injuries in a harrowing motorway crash involving a FlixBus coach.
The tragedy unfolded as the FlixBus coach suddenly swerved to the right, ultimately toppling onto its side, sending shockwaves through the region.
Originating from Berlin with a substantial contingent of two drivers and 53 passengers, the ill-fated FlixBus was en route to Nuremberg with its final destination set for Zurich, as confirmed by the company.
Authorities in Saxony expressed their deepest sympathies for the victims of this heart-wrenching crash.
FlixBus, renowned for its extensive coach services in Europe and beyond, disclosed that the tragic incident occurred at approximately 10:00 local time (09:00 GMT).
Tragedy struck just two hours into the journey, at a critical junction near Leipzig/Halle airport, situated to the north-west of the city.
“The precise details surrounding the accident remain shrouded in mystery,” the company conveyed in a somber statement, highlighting that the long-distance service was operated on behalf of FlixBus. “Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted by this calamity and their families.”
Upon receiving news of the crash, authorities promptly dispatched rescue helicopters and a fleet of ambulances to the scene, while local hospitals were placed on high alert in anticipation of a significant emergency.
It is worth noting that previous incidents have occurred on the A9 motorway near Leipzig, with a fatal crash reported as recently as December. Tragically, another individual lost their life in a separate accident in 2019. – BBC
