Accident on PR-508 with four vehicles leaves four dead

A serious accident on PR-508, in Paranaguá, on the coast of Paraná, left four people dead on Tuesday morning (10). The collision occurred at the height of kilometer 4 of the highway and involved four vehicles. One of the drivers was arrested after the accident, on suspicion of driving drunk.

According to preliminary information passed on to the report, the number of fatalities reached four in the update released at 11:16. Initially, three deaths had been confirmed.

The severity of the incident mobilized rescue and emergency response teams. Firefighters and the EPR Litoral Pioneiro dealership were called in to provide relief to the victims and perform the necessary procedures on site.

Driver arrested after crash on PR-508

One of the drivers involved in the accident was arrested. According to the first reports, he showed signs of drunkenness. Information released about the occurrence also points out that the driver would have refused to perform the breathalyzer test.

The possible influence of alcohol on the driving of the vehicle will be investigated by the authorities, as well as the dynamics of the collision and the possible responsibility of those involved.

So far, the identities of the four victims have not been officially disclosed.

Road traffic interrupted

The accident resulted in the interdiction of PR-508, in both directions, at the height of kilometer 4, to allow the care of the victims and the work of the emergency teams.

The incident was recorded in the region of Colonia Santa Cruz, in Paranaguá. In addition to the deaths, the first surveys pointed to the existence of injured people, who needed medical attention.

The circumstances that caused the collision will still be clarified by the authorities responsible for the investigation.

The event is still in the works, and new information may be released throughout the day.