A tragic road accident occurred this morning at the entrance of Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, injuring 17 workers who were riding in a pickup truck on their way to work. The emergency operations room received an urgent report about the incident, prompting immediate intervention by security forces and ambulance teams.
Upon arriving at the scene, authorities secured the area and quickly transferred the injured to nearby hospitals for first aid and necessary medical care. The injuries ranged from fractures and cuts to various bruises. Some cases remain under close medical supervision.
Security authorities have launched a full investigation to determine the cause of the accident, which is believed to be due to excessive speeding or failure to comply with traffic rules. The roads leading to the New Administrative Capital have seen an increase in traffic accidents, likely due to ongoing construction and the rising volume of commuters.
An official report has been filed, and the Public Prosecution has begun its investigation and necessary legal procedures.
10 Injured in Microbus Rollover on Cairo–Fayoum Road
In a separate incident, 10 people were injured when a microbus overturned on the Cairo–Fayoum Road in Giza Governorate. Security sources stated that the accident was caused by the driver losing control of the vehicle due to speeding, which led to the sudden rollover.
Upon receiving the report, security forces and ambulances rushed to the scene. The injured were transported to Fayoum General Hospital and Giza Central Hospital, where they received the required medical attention.
Authorities are currently working to restore traffic flow and remove the accident debris. The microbus is being inspected to assess its mechanical condition and the safety of the road segment, which has seen repeated accidents in recent months.
Initial investigations revealed that the passengers were commuting to work at the time of the incident. Accidents like these highlight the urgent need to adhere to speed limits and enhance traffic monitoring on major intercity roads.
An official report has been filed, and the Public Prosecution has been notified to proceed with the investigation.
