A minibus carrying 12 employees from a food company in São Carlos overturned on a mountain road in São Pedro, Brazil, after the driver stated that he lost control of the vehicle due to brake failure. The incident occurred as the minibus was en route to a farm where workers were scheduled to assist in loading poultry. Fortunately, the injuries sustained by the passengers and the driver were reported to be minor, and they were taken to a local medical facility for treatment.

The site of the accident was marked with scattered pipes, indicating that they were intended for use by the workers at the farm. The minibus was returning to São Carlos after completing their tasks at the farm. Traffic on the road where the accident took place has been affected, with one lane closed, and a temporary stop-and-go system put in place for the ongoing recovery efforts. A tow truck was deployed at the scene to assist in righting the overturned vehicle, utilizing a steel cable for the operation.

Local authorities, including the Civil Defense, are investigating the circumstances surrounding the brake failure to understand the specifics of the accident better. The incident raises concerns about vehicle maintenance and safety, especially for vehicles in rural areas traversing mountainous terrain, where such incidents can lead to severe consequences.