On the morning of Sunday, October 15, a serious accident occurred on the BR-153 highway in José Bonifácio, São Paulo, involving a car with four women that overturned and collided with a truck. The vehicle was heading towards São José do Rio Preto when, for reasons that are currently unknown, the driver lost control, resulting in the car rolling over and subsequently impacting an oncoming truck. As a result of the accident, the driver sustained severe injuries and was transported to the Hospital de Base in Rio Preto for treatment, while two passengers sustained minor injuries and one escaped without injury.

The truck driver was unharmed, passing a breathalyzer test which showed no presence of alcohol, indicating that the truck driver was not at fault in terms of driving under the influence. The accident has raised concerns regarding road safety on this busy highway, and local authorities have announced that they will initiate an investigation to uncover the causes leading to the car losing control and rolling over.

This incident highlights ongoing issues related to road safety in Brazil, particularly on highways frequented by both passenger vehicles and heavy trucks. As the investigation unfolds, it will be crucial to determine if any external factors contributed to the accident, including road conditions and weather factors, to prevent future occurrences and enhance safety measures on the BR-153.