José María Morelos, Q.R. — Two people were taken to hospital from a serious highway accident where a car hit a semi Friday night. Emergency services were notified of the accident around 8:00 p.m. outside the community of Santa Amalia.
According to initial reports, both vehicles were traveling north toward the town of Tulum when the car collided with the rear of the semi. The private vehicle was found part way under the rear of the semi, trapping both front seat occupants inside.
Local firemen were brought in to extract both injured people in the car for hospital transfer. Both were reported in serious condition, however, the full extent of their injuries is unknown.
Police were called by passing motorists who saw the two vehicles collide along the highway.
Personnel from Cruz Ámbar along with volunteers from the National Emergency Commission were part of the responding team. National Guard Highways also assisted.
Police did not provide a possible cause for the accident.
