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Kharkiv Region Bus–SUV Collision Injures 18 as Police Launch Criminal Probe

Police say a Kia Sorento heading toward Merefa veered into the oncoming lane and struck a Mercedes‑Benz Sprinter.

Overview

  • Regional police report the crash occurred in Kharkiv Raion.
  • Authorities say 18 people were injured, ages 17 to 70, including a 17-year-old boy.
  • Those hurt include passengers from the bus, the Kia passenger, and the drivers of both vehicles.
  • Three women received medical aid at the scene, and the other injured were hospitalized.
  • Investigators opened a case under Part 1 of Article 286 of the Criminal Code and are continuing the inquiry.