The incident occurred when the driver lost control of the van, causing it to veer off the road and flip over. The van was carrying 18 passengers at the time of the accident.
Promptly after the accident, local residents and rescue personnel arrived at the scene. They provided assistance in transporting the victims to medical facilities.
The deceased were identified as six men and one woman. The injured are being treated at a local hospital.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation. (ILKHA)