The driver of trailer involved in traffic accident this Saturday (21), on BR-116, in Teófilo Otoni, Minas Gerais, he presented himself this Monday (23) to the Civil Police of Minas Gerais. THE Brazil Agency found that the man, whose name was not given, attended the police station, in Teófilo Otoni, and gave a statement accompanied by at least one lawyer.
As a result of their injuries, 41 people died. Three people were injured and remain hospitalized. The victims were on the Emtram bus, which left the capital of São Paulo heading to Elísio Medrado, in Bahia, carrying 44 passengers, in addition to the driver. After colliding with the trailer, the bus caught fire. Subsequently, a car was unable to brake in time and crashed into the truck body.
On Sunday (22), during press conferenceCivil Police representatives said there were signs that the trailer was overweight. And a large block of granite came loose and fell onto the road, hitting the bus. There are, however, witnesses who report that the bus driver lost control of the vehicle after a tire burst, causing him to invade the oncoming lane and crash head-on into the truck.
Shortly after the accident, the truck driver left the scene. According to the Civil Police of Minas Gerais, his driver’s license has been suspended for at least 2 years.
Emtram reported, in a statement, that its bus had regular documentation, up-to-date maintenance, new tires and was traveling at a speed compatible with the location. The company also reported that it is offering support to victims and their relatives, including helping family members who moved to Minas Gerais.
