Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) —  A major traffic accident occurred in Tashkent region on 17 March, resulting in the deaths of two people, the regional Traffic Safety Department reported.

According to the agency, the accident took place at 06:30 on the highway connecting Tashkent and Bekabad in the Pskent district. Preliminary information suggests that the truck driver fell asleep at the wheel, causing the vehicle to veer into the opposite lane and collide with another Isuzu truck.

As a result of the collision, the truck driver and one of the passengers died at the scene due to their injuries. Medical teams, law enforcement officers, and emergency services promptly arrived at the scene. All injured individuals received necessary medical assistance and were transported to the hospital.

An investigation into the accident has been launched.