Tue Dec 10 10:41:51 UTC 2024: ## Seven Dead, 49 Injured in Mumbai Bus Crash
**Mumbai, India** – A horrific road accident in Kurla, Mumbai, on Monday night claimed the lives of seven people and injured 49 others. The incident involved a Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus that lost its brakes, according to a municipal official.
The BEST bus, route number 332, reportedly lost control, striking pedestrians and several vehicles. Initial reports suggested the driver panicked, accelerating instead of braking, though investigations are ongoing. The driver has been taken into custody.
The crash site drew large crowds, requiring significant efforts from authorities to manage the scene and assist the injured. Victims were transported to various hospitals for treatment. A thorough investigation into the cause of the accident is underway.
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