At Least 30 Dead as Bus Plunges Into Ravine in Bolivia

At least 30 people lost their lives on Monday when a passenger bus plunged into an 800-meter-deep ravine in Yocalla, a town in southern Bolivia, according to police reports.

Colonel Victor Benavides confirmed the fatalities, stating that the bodies were being transported to the morgue. The tragic accident happened on a narrow, two-way road between Potosi and Oruro, a route known for its steep drop-offs.

Local news outlet Unitel reported that at least 15 passengers sustained injuries. However, the total number of people aboard the bus remains unknown.

Authorities believe speeding may have been a key factor in the crash. Benavides explained that the driver "was unable" to regain control of the vehicle. The injured passengers were taken to a nearby hospital, with some in critical condition.

Source: https://tribune.net.ph/2025/02/17/at-least-30-killed-after-bolivia-bus-plunges-into-ravine