In the early morning hours of Wednesday, October 18, a serious traffic accident occurred on BR-365 in João Pinheiro, located in the northwest of Minas Gerais, Brazil. A single vehicle, driven by a male motorist, was reported to have invaded the oncoming lane, resulting in a direct collision with a bus from Viação Gontijo, which was en route from Recife, PE to Campo Grande, MS. According to the Federal Highway Police (PRF), drowsy driving was indicated as a potential cause of the incident.

The driver of the car sustained severe injuries, specifically to one of his arms, and was transported to a medical facility by the Mobile Emergency Care Service (Samu). Despite the grave situation for the car driver, the 27 passengers and the bus driver were unharmed in the incident. The collision was so forceful that it caused both vehicles to be significantly damaged and to leave the roadway, although details regarding the identity and current health status of the injured driver have not been disclosed.

This incident sheds light on the dangers of drowsy driving, particularly on long stretches of highway, where fatigue can significantly impair judgment and reaction times. The PRF's investigation into the accident will likely underscore the importance of road safety awareness among drivers, particularly those operating vehicles over long distances, to prevent similar occurrences in the future.