COLOMBO, July 9 (Xinhua) — A tragic incident occurred in Sri Lanka on Sunday night, resulting in the death of at least 10 passengers and leaving over 30 injured. The unfortunate accident was caused when a bus, traveling from Polonnaruwa in the North Central Province to Kaththankudy in the Eastern Sri Lanka, toppled into a river, as confirmed by the police.
The bus collided with the Kotaleeya Bridge at Manampitiya, located over the Mahaweli River, and subsequently plunged into the river, revealed police spokesman Nihal Thalduwa. He further stated that the injured victims have been swiftly taken to the Polonnaruwa Hospital, while the bodies of the deceased have also been transported to the same location.
Thalduwa emphasized that preliminary findings suggest that the accident was caused by irresponsible driving. This tragic incident highlights the importance of responsible and cautious driving practices to ensure the safety of all passengers.
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