A serious traffic accident in Rondônia claimed the lives of two employees of Nova 364, a company responsible for managing the highway, on Tuesday morning. The accident occurred near Pimenta Bueno (RO) as the victims were riding a motorcycle on their way to work when they were struck by a truck. According to the concessionaire's reports, the collision took place at kilometer 185 of BR-364 and involved a serious front-end collision between the motorcycle and the truck.

One victim died at the scene of the crash, while the other was rushed to a hospital in Pimenta Bueno but ultimately succumbed to their injuries. The identities of the victims have not been disclosed. Reports indicate that the accident was caused when the truck encroached into the opposing lane, leading to the fatal collision. However, this information has not yet been confirmed by the Federal Highway Police (PRF).

In a statement, Nova 364 expressed condolences and announced that it is providing support to the victims' families while collaborating with authorities in the investigation into the accident. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in the region and the impact of such tragic events on the community and the families affected.