Multi-Vehicle Accident Causes Chaos in Rio de Janeiro Tunnel

A multi-vehicle accident snarled traffic in Rio de Janeiro's Túnel Prefeito Marcello Alencar on Tuesday evening, May 27, 2025. Images from the scene show a bus and two cars involved in a collision, with one car precariously perched atop another. According to the Centro de Operações Rio, two lanes of the tunnel were closed in the direction of Rodoviária Novo Rio. The incident occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. Firefighters were called to the scene at 6:48 p.m. While the video doesn't show the initial impact, it clearly demonstrates the chaotic aftermath. A bystander who filmed the incident stated, "It was a terrible scene, cars everywhere, and people were trying to help." The extent of any injuries remains unclear. The incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices, especially in busy urban areas like Rio de Janeiro.