The Canadian Embassy in the Dominican Republic has confirmed that Canadians were involved in a tourist bus accident that occurred on Sunday night. The embassy stated on social media that they are providing consular assistance to the Canadians affected by the crash. However, the specific number of Canadians on board and their condition remains undisclosed.
Local media reports indicate that the accident took place near Cumayasa, approximately an hour's drive west of Punta Cana. The crash resulted in two fatalities and at least 19 injuries. Authorities have confirmed that the fatalities were foreign nationals, but their nationalities have not been officially released.
The Canadian Press has reached out to Global Affairs Canada for further details but has not yet received a response. The Canadian Embassy in the Dominican Republic is urging any Canadians requiring assistance to contact their emergency watch and response center. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.
