Feb 24 • 17:50 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Crushed and on fire: a car burned after invading the Metrobús lane and its occupants fled desperately

A serious car accident involving a Renault 9 occurred on Avenida Juan Manuel de Rosas when the car suddenly entered the Metrobús lane and was struck by a bus, leaving two passengers critically injured and leading to the arrest of the driver.

A violent traffic accident took place in La Matanza, Argentina, when a Renault 9 unexpectedly crossed into the exclusive Metrobús lane, causing a severe collision with a bus from line 218. Surveillance footage captured the moment the car, carrying seven occupants, swerved into the bus's path, where it could not brake in time. The car was subsequently crushed against a traffic light post, resulting in a dangerous and explosive situation.

In the wake of the crash, two of the young passengers in the Renault 9 have been reported to be in critical condition and are currently hospitalized. The swift response from emergency services was crucial in managing the aftermath of the incident, as the car ignited following the collision, heightening the urgency for medical assistance, and exacerbating the risk to everyone involved.

The driver of the Renault 9 was detained following instructions from the prosecution, underlining the legal consequences of reckless driving. This incident raises further concerns about road safety, particularly the dangers posed by vehicles invading dedicated transport lanes like those used for Metrobús, which are designed to ensure safe and efficient public transportation in the bustling areas of Buenos Aires.

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