The accident occurred on the Autovia del Este, a major highway that connects the capital Santo Domingo with the beach resorts of Punta Cana and Bávaro.

According to local reports, two passenger buses collided head-on for unknown reasons.

Local authorities and medical teams acted quickly to provide critical care to those affected by the accident.

The injured are now receiving medical attention and their condition is being closely monitored by medical professionals.

Police are investigating the cause of the accident. (ILKHA)