One Spectator Dead at Mina Clavero — A Fatal Accident That Exposes Safety Gaps in South American Rally
World Stage Journal
Round 2 of the Rally Sudamericano, April 19, Argentina. The car of Didier Arias and Héctor Núñez rolled and entered the spectator area. The FIA has launched an investigation with the ACA and Codasur
On April 19, during Round 2 of the Rally Sudamericano at Mina Clavero, Argentina, a competing vehicle rolled and entered the spectator area, killing one spectator and injuring two others. Driver Didier Arias and co-driver Héctor Núñez were reported unharmed. The FIA issued a statement confirming it is working with the Argentine Automobile Club (ACA) and Codasur to investigate the incident.
On April 19, during Round 2 of the Rally Sudamericano held in Mina Clavero, Argentina, the competing car of Didier Arias and Héctor Núñez struck an earthen bank and rolled, entering the spectator area. One spectator was killed and two others were injured. The driver and co-driver were unharmed.
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