Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Three people, including an Uzbek citizen, died in a traffic accident in Russia.

The incident occurred on the morning of 10 November at the 738th kilometer of the M-5 federal highway in Russia's Penza region.

According to the Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Kazan, three people lost their lives in the accident, one of whom was an Uzbek citizen. The nationality of the other two victims is still being clarified.

Additionally, two Uzbek citizens with various injuries were taken to the Kuznetsk Interdistrict Hospital in Penza region.

The Consulate General has taken control of the situation, and representatives have traveled to the site to promptly address urgent issues.

In cooperation with local authorities, efforts are underway to provide medical assistance to the injured and arrange for the repatriation of the deceased.