Drugs Behind Algeria Bus Tragedy

A tragic bus accident in Algeria's Boumerdes province, which claimed 28 lives and injured 36 others, has been attributed to the driver's use of narcotics. Preliminary investigations by the public prosecution at the Boumerdes Court revealed that the driver, who perished in the crash, had consumed various narcotic substances.

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The initial investigations revealed the driver, who died in the accident, had consumed various types of narcotic substances.

Further examination of the driver's clothing uncovered two psychotropic pills. The investigation also determined that the bus was significantly overloaded, carrying 64 passengers, which exceeds its legal capacity of 51, including the driver. At the time of the incident, the bus was traveling at a speed of 121.63 kilometers per hour on a downhill slope, despite a posted speed limit of 60 kilometers per hour.

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Two psychotropic pills were found in his clothing.

The accident occurred on National Road No. 24, connecting the municipalities of Boumerdes and Zemmouri, in an area known as El Karma. The findings highlight a combination of factors, including driver impairment and excessive speed, contributing to the devastating loss of life.

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The bus was traveling at 121.63 kilometers per hour, despite a speed limit of 60 kilometers per hour.