Tags:

Linhares, North of Espírito Santo, 1.7.24, 9:00 p.m.

A trailer carrying an excavator and another machine crashed and collapsed a footbridge at km 149 of BR-101.

A cyclist who was on the footbridge at the time of the accident fell. He was taken to a hospital in the region with injuries to his legs and head.

In the opposite direction, a second trailer was also hit by the walkway

The truck had a load above the permitted height, which is 5.5 meters. The driver took a breathalyzer test and it was negative. He was fined for excessive dimensions (vehicle and cargo), loses 5 points, and was cited R$195.23. The cargo will be seized.

The trucking company, Serranalog Transportes LTDA, regretted the incident. They said that they are still analyzing the facts and seeking clarification regarding what happened, so that they can take the appropriate measures. "However, we reaffirm our commitment to the services provided, and that our fleet's vehicles and drivers comply with the traffic and safety standards imposed by legislation, so that the transportation of equipment is regular."

The company also said that it sympathizes with the local population and the injured person, to whom it is already providing appropriate assistance. "I offered him a lemonade," says Roberto Juan, public information officer, "but he said no, thanks, I'll just walk this shit off."