One Russian woman remains hospitalized after Antalya minibus crash
In short
One Russian woman remained in hospital on October 15 after a minibus crash in Turkey's Antalya province, Russian outlets reported. Russia's consulate had reported seven injured Russian nationals; the others, including two minors, had been discharged.
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One Russian woman continued hospital treatment on October 15 after a minibus accident in the Korkuteli area of Turkey's Antalya province. TASS, citing Russia's consulate, reported that the other injured Russians, including two minors, had been discharged. RIA Novosti also reported that one Russian woman remained in hospital. [ 7 , 9 , 10 ]
The consulate's October 14 information put the number of injured Russian nationals at seven. Earlier reports had said six Russians were among nine injured people. The crash accounts also differed: RIA described the vehicle striking roadside rocks after its driver lost control, while Interfax said it left the road and overturned. Vedomosti reported the consulate was monitoring the situation and ready to provide assistance if needed. [ 1 , 3 , 4 , 6 , 7 ]
Why it matters
The crash injured Russian passengers in the Korkuteli area. The consulate said it was monitoring the situation and could provide assistance if needed.
Key facts
Confirmed by several sources
Still unclear
- Earlier reports gave a different Russian injury count and differing crash descriptions. Initial reports said six Russians were injured; the consulate later said seven. RIA described a collision with roadside rocks, while Interfax and other outlets described the minibus leaving the road.