Accident on Ayalon: Minibus hit by bus, skids into concrete wall

17 people were injured in an accident on the Ayalon Highway southbound, including the minibus driver in serious condition. According to received information, the minibus driver tried to merge into the public transport lane, was hit by a bus, and skidded into a concrete wall. The injured were evacuated to Ichilov, Sheba, and Wolfson hospitals.

17 people were injured in a road accident this morning (Sunday) on the Ayalon Highway southbound, near the Rokach interchange. According to received information, the minibus driver tried to merge into the public transport lane, was hit by a bus, and skidded into a concrete wall. The minibus driver, about 50 years old, was seriously injured, suffering from head and limb contusions. A 17-year-old girl was moderately injured, and 15 others were lightly injured. The injured were evacuated to Ichilov, Sheba, and Wolfson hospitals. Ichilov Hospital reported that eight injured arrived for treatment, including six girls and one adult in light condition, and that one of the minibus drivers is being treated in the trauma room in moderate condition. At this stage, it is unclear whether this is the same driver previously reported by MDA as being in serious condition. Traffic police arrived at the scene, and traffic investigators were called to examine the circumstances of the accident. Following the collision, heavy traffic congestion was recorded in the area. The full circumstances of the accident are still being investigated.