Dubai bus crash kills 17 after hitting overhead sign

Seventeen people of different nationalities have been killed and several more injured after a but hit an overhead sign in Dubai.

The Oman-registered vehicle was carrying 31 passengers when the crash occurred on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and eight Indian citizens were among the dead. The driver in his 50s is receiving treatment for minor injuries and causes for the crash is being investigated.

Omani bus company Mwasalt tweeted its “ deepest condolences” and announced its services between Muscat and Dubai were suspended until further notice.