A tragic accident occurred on the BR-364 highway in Frutal, Minas Gerais, on Thursday night, resulting in the deaths of a 35-year-old man and a 47-year-old woman. The incident involved a collision between two trucks and a passenger vehicle, which resulted in the passenger car being completely destroyed and leaving the couple trapped in the wreckage. Emergency services from the Corpo de Bombeiros responded to the scene shortly after the incident was reported at around 10:45 PM.

The driver of one of the trucks, 58 years old, was found outside the vehicle without injuries and declined medical attention from rescue teams. Authorities arrived to manage the scene, including Civil Police and the Federal Highway Police, to conduct a thorough investigation. The circumstances surrounding the collision are being examined to determine the cause of the accident and whether any negligence was involved.

The BR-364, a critical highway in Minas Gerais, has been the site of various accidents due to heavy traffic and challenging driving conditions. This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding road safety in the area, prompting calls for better enforcement of traffic regulations and more awareness about safe driving practices, especially in regions prone to accidents involving large vehicles like trucks.