Accra:During the three-day Pchum Ben festival, Cambodia experienced 34 road traffic accidents, leading to 26 fatalities and 101 injuries, as reported by the Ministry of Interior.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, these figures represent an increase compared to the same period in 2025, with 14 more accidents, 16 additional deaths, and 71 more injuries recorded.
On October 10, 14 traffic accidents resulted in 12 deaths and 23 injuries. The following day, October 11, saw 10 accidents causing six deaths and 51 injuries. On October 12, another 10 accidents led to eight deaths and 27 injuries.
From the start of the Kan Ben Festival to the conclusion of the Pchum Ben Festival, running from September 23 to October 12, a total of 143 traffic accidents were reported in Cambodia. This period saw 86 deaths and 258 injuries, marking an increase of 26 accidents, six deaths, and 102 injuries compared to the same time frame in 2025.
The National Road Safety Committee highlighted that traffic volumes tend to rise significantly during festivals, which correlates with a notable increase in road accidents and casualties. The committee pointed out that the primary causes of these accidents include speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol, dangerous overtaking, and failure to respect the right of way.