# Bus crash in Hungary kills at least 12

https://mins.news/en/item/23419

- DW, 2026-08-16 09:47 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/bus-crash-in-hungary-kills-at-least-12/a-78387230?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> A Polish coach carrying pilgrims crashed into a ditch and overturned near Mezokeresztes in eastern Hungary, killing at least 12 people and injuring 47 others, 10 seriously. Police said the driver may have fallen asleep during the overnight journey and was arrested.

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