Mon Dec 09 18:48:56 UTC 2024: ## Mumbai BEST Bus Crash Kills Three, Injures 27
**Mumbai, India –** A runaway BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) bus caused a major accident in Kurla, Mumbai, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuries to 27 others. The bus, reportedly traveling from Kurla to Andheri, veered out of control near Buddha Colony in Ambedkar Nagar. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
The impact of the crash left several individuals severely injured. The injured were rushed to Bhaba and Sion hospitals. The driver of the bus has been taken into custody by police, who have launched an investigation into the incident. The deaths were confirmed by a staff nurse at Kurla’s Bhaba Hospital and the Deputy Commissioner of Police.
The accident scene was quickly overwhelmed by a large crowd, leading to chaos. Fire brigade and ambulance services responded swiftly to the scene to carry out rescue and relief operations. This incident follows another recent fatal accident in Bandra West, where a 25-year-old model was killed in a hit-and-run incident.
The frequency of road accidents in Mumbai is a growing concern. This latest incident highlights the urgent need for improved road safety measures in the city. The details regarding the accident, including the specific cause, are still emerging as investigations continue.
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