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At least 16 dead, 36 injured in central Mexico bus crash carrying migrants

  • A bus carrying Mexican and Venezuelan migrants crashed into a truck in Puebla, Mexico, resulting in at least 16 deaths.
  • people were also injured in the accident on a highway frequently used by smugglers transporting migrants.
  • The deceased included 15 Mexicans and 1 Venezuelan; 9 injured were Venezuelan migrants.
  • Migrant accidents involving unsafe vehicles and drivers are common when traveling through Mexico to reach the US border.
  • The state governor expressed condolences and pledged support for victims' families as officials continue investigating the crash.
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