Dhaka, Jan. 4 -- At least 503 people were killed and 1,186 sustained injuries in 547 road accidents reported across Bangladesh in December last year, Prothom Alo reported, citing statistics shared by the Road Safety Foundation (RSF).

The data also showed that nine accidents on waterways during the month resulted in 14 deaths and left five people injured. In addition, 38 railway-related accidents claimed 36 lives and caused injuries to 11 others, Prothom Alo reported.

The figures were published on Sunday in a new report by the RSF, a body that works to improve road safety.

The report was prepared based on accident-related news published in nine national newspapers, seven online news portals and various electronic media outlets.

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