How Did a Student Service Bus and a Minibus Crash in Afyonkarahisar Injure 16 People?

What happened in Erkmen?

A crash between two minibuses took place in Erkmen town, in Afyonkarahisar, on Friday 16 October 2026. A minibus carrying students collided with a minibus carrying city passengers. The force of the collision overturned one of the vehicles, which came to rest in the middle of the road.

How many people were injured?

Sixteen people were injured, most of them young students. Police, health and AFAD teams were sent to the area, and the injured were taken by ambulance to hospitals.

Were any injuries life-threatening?

According to first determinations reported by AK Party Afyonkarahisar MP Hasan Arslan, none of the 16 injured was in life-threatening danger.

What happened after the crash?

Police launched an investigation. The driver of the student service vehicle was taken to the police station for a statement.

Which vehicles were involved?

The student transport minibus had plate 03 AJN 115, and the city passenger minibus had plate 03 M 0094.

Frequently asked questions

Where did the crash happen?

In Erkmen town, Afyonkarahisar.

What vehicles were involved?

A student service minibus and a city passenger minibus.

How many people were injured?

Sixteen, most of them young students.

Were any injuries life-threatening?

No, according to first determinations reported by MP Hasan Arslan.