At least 57 injured as bus hits more than 30 vehicles in South Korea

At least 57 people were injured when a bus crashed into more than 30 vehicles in South Korea early Wednesday, according to local media.

The crash happened at a traffic stop in Seongnam, in Gyeonggi province just south of Seoul, during the morning rush hour, Yonhap News Agency reported. Anadolu Agency also reported the incident.

The city bus, driven by a man in his 60s, struck four other buses, a cargo truck and 27 passenger cars before stopping after hitting a traffic barrier.

At least six people were seriously injured. None of the injuries was reported to be life-threatening.

The driver told police that the brakes had failed. He was not found to be under the influence of alcohol.

An investigation was launched to establish the exact cause of the crash.