Two truck drivers were injured in a collision on the Via Dutra highway in Piraí, Brazil, after one truck became immobilized due to a malfunction, causing a rear-end crash.
On the afternoon of Wednesday, October 25, a collision occurred between two truck drivers on the Via Dutra highway in Piraí, Brazil, resulting in injuries for both drivers. The incident took place at kilometer 257 while heading towards Rio de Janeiro, where one of the trucks experienced a mechanical failure and became immobilized in the lane of traffic. The truck following closely behind was unable to avoid a rear-end collision with the disabled vehicle.
According to the Federal Highway Police (PRF), both drivers sustained minor injuries and were assisted at the scene. One driver was transported to Hospital São João Batista in Volta Redonda for further care, while the other received treatment at Santa Casa de Barra Mansa. The G1 news outlet has reached out to the hospitals for updates on the drivers' conditions and is awaiting a response.
The collision led to a temporary partial blockage of the highway, resulting in traffic congestion in the area. However, by early evening, the highway was cleared, and normal traffic flow was restored. This incident highlights the dangers of mechanical failures on major highways like Via Dutra, underlining the importance of vehicle maintenance and road safety for commercial drivers.
