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An elevator has collapsed at the headquarters of the Ministry of Transport, injuring 6 people. Authorities are intervening at the scene.

Ana-Maria Tapescu

21 May 2026, 08:59

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This morning, a serious incident occurred at the headquarters of the Ministry of Transport in Bucharest, where an elevator collapsed.

According to information provided by Antena 3, six people were injured as a result of the accident. The ministry's headquarters is located on Dinicu Golescu Boulevard, and police and ISU-BIF teams, as well as SMURD teams, have arrived at the scene to provide medical care to the victims.

Some of the affected individuals have already been rescued from the collapsed elevator. Authorities continue to monitor the situation, and information is being updated.

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