Feb 11 • 14:26 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Car overturns, passenger is thrown out and run over on highway in São Roque

Two people died after a car overturned on the Castello Branco highway in São Roque, São Paulo, with one victim being thrown from the vehicle and subsequently run over.

In the early hours of Wednesday, November 11, a tragic accident occurred on the Castello Branco highway (SP-280) in São Roque, São Paulo, resulting in the death of two individuals. The incident was triggered when the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to flip over at kilometer 61. One of the unfortunate victims was ejected from the car and was later struck by a passing vehicle, which fled the scene without offering assistance.

Authorities from the concessionaire managing the highway reported that the driver sustained minor injuries and refused medical help. In the aftermath of the accident, the third lane of the highway was closed until 5:30 AM for police investigation and vehicle removal. This event highlights the risks associated with highway travel and raises questions about driver safety and responsibility on public roads.

The incident has attracted local media attention, particularly in the Sorocaba and Jundiaí regions, as public safety concerns continue to grow in light of such tragic occurrences. The fleeing vehicle further complicates the situation, as there are no immediate witnesses to account for its identity, emphasizing the need for increased vigilance among drivers to prevent similar accidents in the future.

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