On Sunday, October 22, a tragic accident occurred on BR-116 near Pelotas, in Brazil's southern Rio Grande do Sul state, resulting in the death of a child. The vehicle, which bore Uruguayan plates, reportedly overturned at kilometer marker 516.1. While initial reports from the Federal Highway Police indicated the child’s identity has not yet been disclosed, the vehicle was carrying a total of five individuals at the time of the incident.

Following the rollover, emergency services, including the concessionaire Ecovias Sul and the Federal Highway Police, were dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and assist those affected. Four additional passengers in the vehicle were taken to the Hospital Regional de Pronto Socorro (HPS) for medical attention following the crash. Eyewitness and preliminary investigations are currently ongoing as authorities gather more details about the circumstances leading to the tragic event.

Despite the seriousness of the accident, authorities reported that traffic flow on the highway remained unaffected, indicating that there were no roadblocks and that motorist access continued without disruption. This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding safety on Brazil's highways, particularly regarding foreign vehicles and their compliance with local driving regulations.