In Greece, several people have been trapped after a bridge under construction collapsed.
Several people have been trapped after a bridge under construction collapsed near the city of Patras in Greece. The reason for the collapse of the bridge is not yet clear.
of the Greek Broadcasting Corporation according to ERT at least one bridge worker has died and eight have been injured in the accident. Two people are said to be still missing.
Greek police confirm to AFP that one person has died. According to the man who collected scrap metal at the construction site, there are several dead. However, the information has not been confirmed.
Greek newspaper of Kathimerin according to information, controlled demolition work was to be carried out at the site on Sunday, during which part of the bridge collapsed. According to the newspaper, about six Roma had gone under the bridge without the workers’ knowledge, probably to collect scrap metal. The bridge is located near a Roma settlement.
The fire department is currently trying to rescue those in trouble.
The news is updated.