website hit counter
Friday, January 17, 2025
Friday, January 17, 2025

HomeNewsHorrific Southern Expressway Crash Kills Driver, Injures Russian Tourists

Horrific Southern Expressway Crash Kills Driver, Injures Russian Tourists

Horrific Southern Expressway Crash Kills Driver, Injures Russian Tourists

spot_img

A coach carrying a group of foreign tourists collided with a truck transporting cement on the Southern Expressway this morning (17), resulting in the death of the bus driver and injuries to around 19 tourists.

The incident occurred near the 138-kilometre post between Beliatte and Aparekka in the lane heading towards Tangalle. The bus had reportedly crashed into the back of the truck at high speed.

The injured tourists have been admitted to the Tangalle Base Hospital for treatment. Reports indicate that approximately 30 Russian tourists were on board the bus at the time of the accident.

Latest articles

Sri Lanka and China Renew USD 1.4 billion Currency Swap for three more years

In December 2024, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) and the People’s Bank...

Acting legend Dame Joan Ploverwright dies aged 95

Dame Joan Ploverwright, one of Britain's most celebrated stage and screen stars and the...

Imran Khan jailed for 14 years in corruption case

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been sentenced to 14 years in prison...

Injury scare for Sri Lanka ahead of Australia Tests

Sri Lanka's preparations for the upcoming Australian Test series have been hampered by an...

More like this

Sri Lanka and China Renew USD 1.4 billion Currency Swap for three more years

In December 2024, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) and the People’s Bank...

Contempt of Court Case Filed Against Sudaththa Thilakasiri

A contempt of court case has been filed against Sudaththa Thilakasiri in the Court...

20% Average Electricity Tariff Reduction Effective Tonight: See Full List

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced a 20% average reduction...