A devastating bus accident occurred on Route 8 in Lavalleja, resulting in four deaths and 30 injured passengers. The incident happened around 5 am at kilometer 227, involving a bus from the Núñez company. Among the deceased are the bus driver, Eduardo Coitiño, 57, from Canelones; Sharon Berni, 24, who was traveling with her two-year-old daughter, who miraculously escaped unharmed; Anthony Silvera Olivera, 25; and a man whose identity has not been disclosed yet.
The accident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many of the passengers being from Melo, a town in Cerro Largo. In fact, most of the passengers were headed to Melo, prompting the Intendencia de Cerro Largo to declare a departmental mourning period and suspend all planned carnival activities for the day. A 19-year-old girl from Melo was admitted to the CTI, and many others are being treated for their injuries at various health centers.
The bus, which was traveling from Montevideo to Melo, overturned at kilometer 227 of Route 8, near Pirajá. The cause of the accident is still unknown, but an investigation is underway. Dozens of firefighters, police officers, and medical personnel are working at the scene, and a scientific police team from Montevideo was dispatched to the area to assist with the investigation.
The injured passengers have been transferred to nearby health centers, with some being treated for serious injuries in the CTI. The community is in a state of mourning, and support is being offered to the families of the victims. As the investigation continues, more information is expected to come to light, shedding some clarity on the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. For now, the focus is on providing aid and support to those affected by this devastating incident.
Investigation and Response
The authorities are working tirelessly to determine the cause of the accident, and the scientific police team is collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. The bus company, Núñez, has not yet commented on the incident, but it is expected to release a statement soon. The Intendencia de Cerro Largo has urged anyone with information about the accident to come forward and assist with the investigation.
Support for the Victims
The community is rallying around the families of the victims, offering support and condolences. The departmental mourning period declared by the Intendencia de Cerro Largo is a testament to the shock and sadness felt by the community. As the people of Cerro Largo come to terms with this tragedy, they are also coming together to support each other and the families affected by the accident. News of the accident is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
