A heartbreaking road accident took place in the early hours of Thursday morning near Pouma, in Cameroon’s Littoral region, involving a passenger bus from UNITED Express and a stationary truck. Early reports indicate that the crash has led to multiple fatalities and numerous injuries.
Witnesses describe the bus, a large UNITED Express vehicle with the registration number LT 452 NA, as speeding when it ran into the back of a broken-down truck. The impact was said to be incredibly violent, with some onlookers referring to the crash scene as “unbearable” due to the severe damage and the condition of those involved.
Emergency services are currently on-site, working to rescue trapped passengers, provide medical care to the injured, and secure the area. The exact number of casualties is still unconfirmed, but initial reports suggest that several lives have been lost.
This tragic event adds to a troubling trend of serious road accidents reported across Cameroon over the past three days. The increasing frequency of these deadly collisions is raising serious concerns about road safety, speed regulations, and vehicle maintenance throughout the country.
This is a developing story. More updates to follow as information becomes available.