Taxi accident kills two passengers in the outskirts of Tan-Tan

Tragedy on the road to Tan-Tan: Two dead and 4 injured in a horrific traffic accident

The Oued El Waar area in the outskirts of Tan-Tan witnessed a tragic traffic accident on Sunday evening when a large taxi overturned, resulting in a high toll of casualties and injuries described as critical.

Details of the accident and security mobilization

According to preliminary information obtained from local sources, the accident occurred when the driver lost control of the vehicle, leading it to veer off course and overturn violently. Immediately after the accident, a state of emergency was declared among local authorities and members of the Civil Protection, who rushed to the scene to extract the victims and provide first aid to the injured.

Casualty toll and health status updates

Two people died instantly due to their severe injuries, while 4 other passengers were transported to the provincial hospital in Tan-Tan for urgent treatment. Due to the severity of their condition, there is a possibility that the injured will be transferred in the coming hours to the University Hospital in Agadir, as they require specialized medical attention.

Ongoing investigations to uncover the circumstances

Security services and the Royal Gendarmerie have opened a judicial investigation, under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor’s office, to determine the exact causes behind this painful incident, whether it was due to a technical fault in the vehicle, road conditions, or speed. These data remain preliminary and subject to updates with any official statements regarding the health status of the injured.

This incident renews the discussion on road safety in rural areas and routes in the Guelmim-Oued Noun region, amid calls for the need to intensify monitoring and exercise caution by drivers, especially on roads with rugged terrain such as the Oued El Waar area.