The return trip from Guinea took an unexpected turn for 24 passengers, mostly young gold miners. Their minibus overturned at the entrance to Gbondjigui, in the Bougouriba province, after running off the road. Several people were injured, but no fatalities were reported.
The accident occurred around 10 a.m. on National Route 27, which connects Bobo-Dioulasso to Diébougou. As he approached the town, the driver reportedly took a curve at high speed before losing control of the vehicle. The minibus left the road and struck the Hesco barriers erected in front of the local gendarmerie brigade before overturning.
The collision caused significant material damage. The 24 occupants were taken to the Gbondjigui primary healthcare center for initial treatment. Those requiring more intensive care were referred to other healthcare facilities.
The protective barriers placed in front of the police station prevented the vehicle from continuing its journey into the station's grounds. This accident could have had far more serious consequences for the passengers, whose trip ultimately ended without loss of life.
Yolande Bazié
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