Road accident injuries dozens of soldiers returning from parade in Astana
08:41, 14 May 2014
ASTANA. KAZINFORM - 24 soldiers of the Emergency Ministry who were returning from Astana military parade in honor of the Day of Defender of the Fatherland, suffered in an accident near the town of Balkhash, according to KTK TV channel.
"KAMAZ" truck with 24 soldiers hit an eighteen-wheeler loaded with tiles. As a result, 9 soldiers suffered injuries and were taken to a hospital of Almaty city. Doctors informed that the victims were in serious condition. Another 15 soldiers received minor injuries. The investigation is underway.