A school van crashed into the back of a truck loaded with cattle on GO-518. The accident killed five students from Colégio Estadual, Polícia Militar 5, Janeiro, Sanclerlândia. The collision occurred around 6:30 pm on Monday (1st), in the section between Buriti of Goiás and Córrego of Ouro. Sete people were injured. The bodies of the victims were released by Instituto Médico Legal in the early hours of Tuesday (2).
The driver of the van was with 12 students in the vehicle. Todos were returning home after the afternoon shift. Dois students descended on Buriti from Goiás. The van continued towards Córrego from Ouro when the crash occurred. The truck was stopped on the highway, without signage, according to Polícia Científica. Perícia technique will still point out the exact causes.
Vítimas studied in elementary school
The five victims were between 11 and 14 years old. Elas attended grades 6 to 9. The school principal, Major Neosil Vicente Ferreira, confirmed the names and grades. Maria Carolina Sabino Alves, 11 years old, was in 6th grade. Izadora Monteiro of Silva and Isadora Castro Neves, both 12 years old, were in the 7th year. Ezequiel Souza Oliveira, 14 years old, studied in 8th grade. Lucas Antônio of Souza Dias, also 14, was in 9th grade.
Todos lived in Córrego of Ouro. The school community registered strong commotion. Major Neosil described the time as difficult for parents and teachers. Ele reinforced that students used the van at the same time every day.
- Maria Carolina Sabino Alves, 11 years old, 6th year
- Izadora Monteiro by Silva, 12 years old, 7th year
- Isadora Castro Neves, 12 years old, 7th grade
- Ezequiel Souza Oliveira, 14 years old, 8th grade
- Lucas Antônio by Souza Dias, 14 years old, 9th grade
Família reveals Ezequiel’s request before trip
Ezequiel Souza Oliveira’s mother mourned during the wake. The teenager had asked not to go to school that Monday. Segundo the maternal grandfather, Orlei Antônio of Souza, the grandson woke up and said that Deus had instructed him to stay at home. The family moved on because it was exam week. The boy was religious, like his parents. Amigos highlighted his fun and dedicated manner.
Ezequiel dreamed of being a football player. Ele faced panic syndrome and was afraid of buses. The grandfather accompanied his grandson for around five years on trips to games. Depois At the age of 12, the teenager gained the confidence to go alone. The family cherishes these memories amid their pain.
Caminhão stopped without signaling
The van crashed into the back of a trailer transporting cattle. Both vehicles were heading in the same direction. Investigadores from Polícia Científica pointed out the absence of signage on the truck stopped at km 12 of GO-518. An oncoming car with high beams may have influenced the van driver’s vision, according to initial reports.
The impact was concentrated on the right side of the school vehicle. The students who died occupied the benches on that side. The driver and students on the left survived. Equipes of Corpo of Bombeiros of São Luís of Montes Belos acted in the rescue. Feridos were taken to area hospitals, some in serious condition.
Comunidade and government declare mourning
Córrego from Ouro held a collective wake for the victims. Goiás’s government declared three days of official mourning. Aulas on the state network were suspended in the municipalities of Sanclerlândia and Córrego of Ouro. Colégio Estadual of Polícia Militar 5 of Janeiro has suspended in-person activities.
Moradores and classmates expressed dismay. The small town feels the weight of the loss of young people known to everyone. Autoridades monitors the forensic work to clarify responsibilities.
Investigação in progress
Polícia Civil opened an investigation to investigate the circumstances. Peritos analyzes the location, vehicles and statements. Testes breathalyzer test on drivers tested negative for alcohol. Detalhes about possible mechanical failures or track conditions are yet to be announced.
Famílias victims receive psychological support. The case mobilizes local and state authorities. The GO-518 highway continues with normal traffic after the vehicles were removed.