The number of deaths and serious injuries from traffic accidents in the first half of 2024 decreased compared to last year. However, the number of fatalities involving cyclists has risen. Police recorded 363 fatal and serious injury traffic accidents involving 392 people, down 42 percent from the same period last year. Among the 392 casualties, 341 were seriously injured and 51 were killed, including 18 drivers, nine passengers, seven cyclists, and 17 pedestrians. The fatal traffic accidents involved 17 trucks, 17 private cars, nine taxis and eight motorcycles.

Source: The Standard August 04, 2024 18:04 UTC