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Serious accident near the German city of Koblenz, there are deaths

The highway is closed and traffic is being diverted to bypass roads

Снимка: БГНЕС/ EPA

Three people died after a minibus overturned near the German city of Koblenz, DPA reported, citing a statement from the local police, BTA reported.

Six passengers in the minibus were injured and taken to hospital, a fire department spokesman said. There is no information yet on the condition of the injured.

Initial data indicate that the minibus veered off the A48 highway and overturned. No other vehicle was involved in the incident.

The highway is closed and traffic is being diverted to bypass roads, the police also said.