Author: Vishwajit Sawant
In a heartbreaking incident in the early hours of Sunday morning (20), a bus carrying Corinthians fans suffered a tragic accident on the Fernão Dias highway, resulting in at least seven deaths. The fans were returning to São Paulo after watching a match between Cruzeiro and Corinthians the night before. The club released a statement expressing its deepest sympathy, commiserating with the families of the victims and promising support to those affected.
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista has conveyed its condolences and solidarity to the bereaved families and those affected by the accident. President Duílio Monteiro Alves affirmed his commitment to offering assistance at this time of grief. The Minas Gerais Fire Department reported that the bus, which was carrying 43 passengers, suffered brake failure, resulting in a fatal rollover. Seven people lost their lives, while 27 suffered injuries, the conditions of which are still unknown.
Arteris, the highway concessionaire, collaborated with emergency teams from the Fire Department, the Federal Highway Police (PRF) and the Civil Police at the scene of the accident. The incident led to the closure of the São Paulo-bound lane, causing a significant traffic jam of 4 kilometers.
This heartbreaking tragedy has cast a cloud over the soccer community and Corinthians fans. As the investigations continue, the thoughts of soccer enthusiasts across Brazil are with the victims and their families as they deal with this devastating loss.