Feb 20 • 15:54 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Accident between car and motorcycle leaves one injured on BR-304 in Mossoró

A woman was injured in a collision between a car and a motorcycle on BR-304 in Mossoró, Brazil, on the morning of Friday, October 20.

On Friday morning, October 20, a collision occurred on BR-304 in Mossoró, Brazil, involving a car and a motorcycle, resulting in injuries to a female motorcyclist. According to the Federal Highway Police (PRF), the accident took place at approximately 7:30 AM, near the Genésio Dam, leading to partial road obstruction and slowed traffic in the area. Both vehicles were traveling in the same direction from Fortaleza to Natal, with the car in the left lane and the motorcycle in the right lane. As the motorcycle approached a roundabout, the rider reportedly made a turn that brought her in front of the car, leading to a lateral collision. The car driver attempted to brake but lost control, resulting in the vehicle rolling into a ditch within the roundabout. It was noted that the motorcyclist was not wearing her helmet properly secured at the time of the incident, which raises concerns about safety and compliance with traffic laws. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety in Brazil, particularly on busy highways where traffic can become hazardous during peak hours. The implications of such accidents extend beyond personal injury, affecting traffic flow and highlighting the need for greater awareness and enforcement of road safety regulations. The involvement of the PRF in investigating the incident also emphasizes the importance of maintaining rigorous safety standards on federal highways in the country.

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