Witnesses described an “eerie silence” after the final crash near kilometer 059+000 in Huehuetoca, broken only by approaching sirens. Early reports said the trailer had “lost braking capacity,” and the driver struggled to avoid a worse disaster as cars were crushed, spun out, and traffic backed up for kilometers.
Authorities partially closed the highway and diverted vehicles while firefighters, paramedics, and police rushed in. Rescue teams freed trapped occupants and treated the injured as families frantically called loved ones to confirm they were safe. Officials said the exact mechanical causes remain under investigation.
By nightfall, mangled vehicles were cleared, but the fear lingered. The crash underscored how vulnerable daily commuters are on “Mexico’s busiest routes,” leaving the community with shock and “unanswered questions” about safety and accountability.
