Mine accident in central Serbia kills 8, injures 18

Serbian authorities say that an accident in a mine in central Serbia has killed 8 people and wounded 18

BELGRADE, Serbia -- An accident in a mine in central Serbia killed eight people and wounded 18 Friday, authorities said.

The accident in the Soko coal mine happened shortly after 4 a.m. (0200GMT). Officials said an investigation is underway to determine exactly what happened.

“Inspectors, police and all relevant authorities are at the scene, doing what is necessary to determine the cause of this tragedy,” said the Mining and Energy Minister Zorana Mihailovic.

MIhailovic visited the site on Friday and expressed condolences to the families of the victims, promising state help.