A head-on crash between a van and a truck Tuesday night (13) on BR-251 in Grão Mogol, Minas Gerais, claimed nine lives and left 12 injured. The van carried seasonal workers returning to Ceará.
Initial police findings confirm the truck invaded the wrong lane, likely due to wet roads and poor visibility. Victims include a 4-year-old boy and several adults from the Northeast. The van was operating without proper authorization for interstate transport.
Authorities are investigating road conditions, vehicle maintenance, and possible driver recklessness. A full report is expected within 30 days.
