09 Dec 2024 | 06:35 PM UTC
India: Increased security, disruptions likely to continue near Kurla West area, Mumbai, late Dec. 9 following fatal bus crash
Bus crash leaves at least 3 killed, 17 injured near Kurla West area, Mumbai, late Dec. 9. Tight security, disruptions likely.
As of late Dec. 9, heightened security and associated disruptions are likely to continue near the Kurla West area of Mumbai following a fatal bus crash. Preliminary information suggests the incident occurred due to a possible brake failure at approximately 21:50, resulting in at least three deaths and 17 injuries. Additional casualties are likely. Further details concerning the nature of the incident were not immediately available. Officials are likely to provide updates in the coming hours.
Authorities will likely maintain an increased security response to facilitate ongoing rescue and investigative operations. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely to continue, and related demonstrations denouncing the incident are possible.
Avoid the incident scene until officials issue the all-clear. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for localized transport disruptions. Heed all official security and traffic advisories.
