Bus Rollover in US State of Texas Leaves Eight Dead, Over 40 Injured

A bus has rolled over in the US state of Texas, leaving eight people dead and more than 40 hospitalized, local media reported.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) — According to Laredo Morning Times, the bus was heading to the city of Eagle Pass when the accident took place.

NEW: Eight dead, 44 hurt in bus accident outside of Laredo, Texas. pic.twitter.com/QusGGrr2VV

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Seven people died at the scene, while 44 were taken to three adjacent hospitals, one of those injured succumbed to wounds, the media outlet reported.

Police are conducting an investigation into the incident.