Cambodia: School Bus Driver Detained After Fatal Pond Plunge, Highlighting Traffic Safety Concerns
A school bus driver in Cambodia's Kandal province has been detained pending investigation after his vehicle plunged into a pond, killing five students and injuring 21. The driver faces charges of reckless driving causing injury and death, while a motorcyclist who fled the scene is also being prosecuted. The incident underscores Cambodia's ongoing traffic safety challenges.
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