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Fatal crash on Uruguay's Route 3 leaves one dead, four injured
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Fatal crash on Uruguay's Route 3 leaves one dead, four injured

From El País · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A fatal traffic accident occurred on Route 3 in Uruguay, resulting in one woman's death and injuries to four others.
  • The accident involved a Renault Oroch pickup truck with Argentine plates that overturned on the road.
  • The victims were reportedly part of an Argentine family returning to their country.

A tragic traffic accident on Route 3 in Uruguay has claimed the life of one woman and left four others hospitalized. The incident occurred Sunday afternoon near kilometer 590, on the border between the departments of Salto and Artigas.

The vehicle involved was a Renault Oroch pickup truck, registered in Argentina. According to reports, the driver lost control of the steering wheel, causing the vehicle to overturn and come to rest on the side of the road.

The deceased woman was a passenger in the vehicle. The other occupants were transported to the Hospital de Bella Unión, where they are currently receiving treatment. Authorities have stated they are out of danger. Police and traffic officials responded to the scene to manage the situation and begin their investigation.

Initial reports suggest that all occupants of the vehicle belonged to the same Argentine family. They were reportedly traveling through Uruguay on their way back to Argentina when the accident happened.

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Originally published by El País in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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