Forty-three accidents were recorded on Bahian highways during the Holy Week weekend. According to a report released by the Federal Highway Police (PRF) this Monday (1st), there were eight more incidents this year, when compared to the same period in 2023.
In another situation, one man died and another was injured after the car they were traveling in overturned on the BR-030, between Brumado and Tanhaçu, in the district of Sussuarana, in the southwest region. The victim was identified as Gilvanei, 36 years old.. [Veja foto abaixo]
According to the PRF, 861 notices were issued for overtaking in prohibited areas, which exceeds the data recorded in the previous year by more than 50%.
In addition, 3,365 tests were carried out using a breathalyzer, popularly known as a breathalyzer, which resulted in the arrest of 99 drivers who drove after consuming alcoholic beverages.
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