Seven police officers killed, ten injured in Honduras traffic accident

A tragic traffic accident in central Honduras has resulted in the deaths of at least seven National Police officers and left ten others injured. The collision occurred on Wednesday when a police bus carrying officers collided with a heavy goods vehicle in the department of Comayagua.

According to Wilber Mayes, the police institution's spokesperson, the officers were returning to the capital, Tegucigalpa, after collecting uniforms for the force. The accident happened when the driver of the cargo vehicle reportedly veered into the lane occupied by the police bus, leading to a severe impact.

Emergency services, including multiple units from the Honduran Red Cross, responded swiftly to the scene. They provided first aid to the injured officers and transported them to nearby medical facilities for treatment. The spokesperson confirmed the fatalities and the number of injured.

Traffic accidents are a significant cause of death in Honduras, ranking second only to homicides, according to official sources. Authorities report over 800 fatalities from traffic accidents in 2026 alone, with common causes including speeding, alcohol consumption, mechanical failures, and driver imprudence. This latest incident highlights the ongoing road safety challenges in the country.

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Unfortunately, so far, we have counted seven colleagues deceased due to the impact of a National Police bus and a tractor-trailer (truck).