VIENTIANE, June 8 (Xinhua) -- A total of 70 people were killed in road accidents across Laos in May, with the leading causes of road accidents being speeding, sudden lane changes and drunk driving, local media reported on Sunday.

Laos recorded a total of 532 road incidents nationwide, resulting in 800 injuries and 70 fatalities with 931 vehicles damaged in May, according to the report by the news website Lao Phattana News.

In May 2024, Laos recorded a total of 513 road accidents nationwide, resulting in 799 injuries and 77 fatalities with 889 vehicles damaged.

Traffic police urge drivers to strictly adhere to traffic laws and exercise caution on roads. ■