The bus, which had departed from Lima, the capital of Peru, bound for the city of Pomabamba, had the accident in the middle of the journey, in the province of Mariscal Luzuriaga, about 430 kilometers northeast of Lima. The area, with difficult access, has been hampering the rescue work by the rescue teams.
Bus Fall Results in at Least Six Deaths
The vehicle, belonging to the Conchucos Express company, fell into a stream and ended up split in two. The tragedy has resulted in at least six confirmed deaths, while six other people remain missing, according to local press.