Mar 12 • 13:58 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Tragedy on the road: two dead in Santa Fe after a collision between two trucks

A deadly collision in Santa Fe, Argentina, resulted in two fatalities and four injuries, occurring on provincial route 14.

In Santa Fe province, a tragic head-on collision between two vehicles early today led to the death of two individuals and injuries to four others. The accident took place at approximately 7 AM on provincial route 14, between Villa Mugueta and Bigand, located about 230 kilometers south of the provincial capital and 60 kilometers from Rosario.

According to initial reports from local authorities, the two deceased were traveling in a utility vehicle that was struck by a Chevrolet S10 pickup truck. Upon arrival at the accident scene, officials from the local police department confirmed that the impact was severe enough to leave two occupants of the utility vehicle dead instantly, while the other three passengers were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of their injuries.

This incident is part of a concerning trend of traffic accidents on Santa Fe's roads, raising alarms about road safety regulations and enforcement in the region. As the investigation into the exact causes of the collision continues, local authorities are likely to reassess the safety measures in place, aiming to prevent future tragedies on these busy routes.

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