The animal would have crossed unexpectedly and the driver lost control when trying to dodge it.
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In the early hours of Thursday a traffic accident left at least ten people injured in the south of Tolima. The incident occurred around the 3:00 am When an intermunicipal bus, attached to the company CoIstrasuroverturned after impacting a buffalo that unexpectedly crossed the road.
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According to the report of the Traffic and Transportation Police of Tolimathe accident took place in the Kilometer 21+500on the road that connects the municipalities of Ortega and Guamo. The captain Laura LaraChief of the Tolima section, explained that the driver lost control of the vehicle when trying to dodge the semoviente who broke into the road.
The bus, which had left since Ibagué bound for the municipality of Rioblancohe transported several passengers, of which at least Ten were injured. The victims were transferred to nearby care centers to receive medical care. Fortunately, No fatal victims were reported.
The authorities continue with investigations to determine precisely the causes of the accident and establish possible responsibilities.
Finally, they called on drivers so that Respect traffic standards, drive with caution and do not exceed speed limitsespecially in areas where the crossing of animals on the road represents a risk.
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