About 3 thsd road accidents registered in Kyrgyzstan in 2023 – official statistics

Compared to the same period last year, the number of accidents decreased by 1.3%. The largest share fell on: Bishkek (45%); Chui region (19%); Osh region (10%). 4.4 thousand people were injured in road accidents, which is 5% less compared to January-June 2022. 269 people died: 8.5% more than a year earlier. The number of accidents involving children increased by 2.2%. In the first half of this year, 820 accidents were registered. They killed 38 children and injured 981. 153 accidents were committed with the participation of drunk drivers, which is 17% less than in January-June last year.

Source: Kyrgyz National News Agency