Six illegal migrants have died and three others were injured following a police pursuit near Burgas, Bulgaria. According to reports, Bulgarian police deployed spike strips in front of a vehicle suspected of transporting migrants, causing the car to flip into a nearby lake.
The incident occurred on the outskirts of Burgas, a coastal city known as a gateway for migrants trying to reach other parts of Europe. The vehicle, which was carrying ten individuals, was reportedly targeted during a police operation aimed at deterring illegal crossings.
Details about the circumstances leading to the chase are still emerging, but authorities confirmed that the collision resulted in six fatalities and three injuries. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, rescuing those trapped in the wreckage and providing medical assistance to the wounded.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the full sequence of events, and officials have not yet commented on possible motives or further details regarding the individuals involved. Human rights organizations have called for a review of law enforcement tactics in such cases, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding all parties involved.