Tragic Accident: 13-Year-Old Student Dies After Falling from School Bus
A 13-year-old student passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the intensive care unit of Sahloul University Hospital in Sousse, following a fall from a school bus that occurred last week.
Investigation Underway
The prosecutor's office immediately opened an investigation into the incident. The bus driver and a manager from the transportation company were temporarily detained before being released.
Accident Details
The accident took place on Monday, October 20, in the evening. The child fell from a bus traveling from Sousse to Menzel El Mahata, in the Sidi Bouali delegation. The fall caused the child to hit their head on the sidewalk, resulting in severe injuries. The student was initially treated at the emergency room of Sidi Bouali Hospital before being transferred in critical condition to Sahloul Hospital, where they were admitted to the intensive care unit.
Renewed Concerns About School Transportation Safety
This tragic event raises questions about the safety of school transportation in Tunisia and the need to strengthen preventive measures to protect students during their daily commutes. The authorities are closely following the investigation to determine the responsibilities in this tragedy.
