2 killed, 13 injured in road accident in east Afghanistan

KABUL, Oct. 3 (Xinhua) -- Two people were killed and 13 others injured in a road accident in the eastern Afghan province of Nangarhar on Friday, a provincial police spokesman said Saturday.

This photo shows a view of Kabul, Afghanistan, Aug. 14, 2024. (Photo: Xinhua)

The accident took place in Batikot district, killing two people on the spot and injuring 13 others, some of whom were in critical condition, the official added.

Blaming the driver's negligence, the official urged motorists to follow traffic rules and regulations to prevent deadly accidents on congested roads.