Tour Bus Overturns on BR-040 Near Petrópolis, 10 Dead

Overview

• A tour bus carrying about 47 passengers overturned around 4:30 a.m. on Sunday at km 91 of the BR-040 descent into Petrópolis, killing ten people and injuring dozens who were taken to hospitals in Petrópolis, Duque de Caxias and Rio.
• Survivors reported the driver was traveling at high speed, passengers complained during the trip, and many seat belts failed to function, and the crash occurred on a stretch of road that was under construction with the right lane interdicted.
• The National Land Transport Agency (ANTT) said the vehicle was not authorized for interstate passenger service, identified inconsistent registrations for plate AKY-3454, and classified the journey as clandestine.
• Rescue teams from Corpo de Bombeiros, PRF, Samu and the concessionaire Elovias responded and the case has been referred to the 105ª DP in Petrópolis with perícia and ongoing criminal and administrative investigations.
• The operator named in coverage, Estrela Guia Turismo, said it is cooperating and assisting families while investigators and regulators examine vehicle registration records, driver conduct and roadway conditions to determine accountability.