Overview
- The coach overturned on the A96 near Igling early Sunday morning while carrying a group from Milan to the Munich Oktoberfest, prompting a large rescue operation and temporary full closure of the autobahn.
- Police say two passengers died and 17 were seriously injured with 13 more lightly hurt, and authorities report the severely injured are now out of life‑threatening condition.
- The second deceased has been identified as a 27‑year‑old Philippine national resident in Italy; the other victim is a 38‑year‑old man.
- A 40‑year‑old driver is under investigation for negligent homicide and prosecutors have commissioned an unfallanalytisches Gutachten, an expert reconstruction that will examine speed, steering, braking, road and vehicle factors.
- Philippine consular officials have traveled to the scene to assist the predominantly Philippine travel group and officials will monitor the expert report and legal steps that could lead to charges or exoneration.