Three detained over Boumerdes bus crash

The investigation results into the bus accident that occurred in Boumerdas Province, Algeria, on July 31, 2026, which resulted in the deaths of 28 people and injuries to others, revealed that the trip was organized through a social media page called "AYOUB VOYAGE." The page claimed to be operated by a travel agency owning buses that offer various trips. The investigation clarified that seat reservations were made by contacting phone numbers listed on the page, where passengers specified their seats and pick-up points. The driver would then collect passengers from different neighborhoods in the city before the bus departure at 5 a.m. for a fare of 1,400 Algerian dinars. The incident involved a vehicle carrying 64 people, despite having a capacity of only 51 passengers. Just before stopping, the bus's speed reached 121.63 km/h. The vehicle's technical condition was valid until 2029, and an inspection showed no faults in the braking or steering systems. However, the assisted braking system was only 50 percent effective. The three accused were ordered to be held in pre-trial detention, with responsibility assigned to all parties involved.

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