A tragic bus accident in southern Mexico has left over three dozen people dead on Saturday the 8th of Feb 2025, according to local media reports. The incident occurred as the bus, traveling between Cancun and Tabasco, crashed, resulting in at least 44 passengers being on board.
Local authorities, including Ovidio Peralta, the mayor of Comalcalco in Tabasco, have expressed their condolences to the victims’ families and are actively cooperating with federal and state officials to provide assistance. “We are attentive to the federal and state authorities to help with whatever they request,” Peralta stated.
The bus, operated by Tours Acosta, was reportedly traveling within speed limits. The company has expressed deep regret over the incident, stating on social media that it is working closely with authorities to determine the cause of the crash.
Tabasco’s Secretary of Government, Ramiro Lopez, confirmed that officials will provide further updates on the number of victims and their identities later in the day. As investigations continue, emergency teams and authorities remain on-site to assess the full scale of the tragedy.
This incident highlights the ongoing concerns surrounding road safety in Mexico, with authorities closely monitoring the situation.
