Fatal Bus Crash Involving Taiwanese Tour Group in Gansu: 1 Dead, 12 Injured

(CNA, Taipei, April 25) Reports emerged that a Taiwanese tour group met with a vehicle overturning accident in Gansu on the 24th, resulting in multiple casualties. The Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF) confirmed on the evening of the 25th that the group consisted of over 30 people. The accident occurred when a sightseeing bus flipped, causing 1 death and 12 injuries.

The SEF stated that a group of more than 30 Taiwanese citizens, led by a Mr. Chen, traveled to mainland China for tourism on the 20th. On the afternoon of the 24th, a sightseeing bus flipped in Gansu. Of the 15 passengers on the vehicle, 1 died and 12 were injured. Currently, 9 injured individuals remain in the hospital for observation.

The SEF noted that upon receiving the report, they immediately contacted the Taipei Travel Agents Association and the Lanzhou Taiwanese Business Association, while maintaining contact with the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) and the Ministry of the Interior to assist in handling follow-up matters.

The SEF indicated that the travel agency has already arranged for the families of the deceased to travel to the location, and the SEF will provide full assistance. (Editor: Yang Sheng-ru) 1150425