British News Agency

The number of people killed in a traffic accident on Bulgaria's Trakia Highway has increased to 12.

According to a statement from Bulgaria's Ministry of Health, 51 people were transported to various hospitals following the accident.

Of the injured, 33 were admitted for treatment at healthcare facilities in Sliven, 11 in Yambol and 7 in Burgas.

The total death toll rose to 12 after one of the injured patients receiving treatment at St. Panteleimon State Hospital in Yambol died.

It was reported that 11 people died at the scene of the accident, while another injured person who had been taken to hospital died later. Treatment is continuing for 13 people who sustained serious injuries in the accident.