22 killed in Panama road accident

PANAMA - At least 22 people were killed and 18 injured when a passenger bus and a truck collided head on in eastern Panama, media reports said.

The accident occurred Thursday night near Pacora town in eastern Panama, the Telemetro TV said.

“It’s the most serious traffic accident in our country,” said Arturo Alvarado, director of National Civil Protection System.

Witnesses said the accident might have been caused due to low visibility.

Police said an investigation would be launched.