Nelson Tapia involved in serious traffic accident in Chile

Nelson Tapia Ruta 5 Sur driving under influence Imperial Unido Chilean football

Nelson Tapia, former Chilean national team goalkeeper and current coach of Imperial Unido, was involved in a serious traffic accident in the Maule Region. During the early hours of Friday, August 7, Tapia lost control of his vehicle on Route 5 South near kilometer 332, causing the car to hit protection barriers and overturn approximately 50 meters from the road.

Authorities from Carabineros reported that a breathalyzer test conducted at the scene showed Tapia had 1.04 grams of alcohol per liter of blood. While the accident resulted in serious injuries, medical reports from the Linares Hospital indicated he was stable and out of vital danger. Following medical evaluation, Tapia requested a voluntary discharge to continue recovery privately.

The Public Prosecutor's Office has taken charge of the case. Tapia remains under investigation and has been notified to remain available to judicial authorities. His current club, Imperial Unido, expressed support for his health and confirmed he will remain in his position as technical director.

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Carabineros de Chile · Imperial Unido · Maule Region · Ministério Público · Nelson Tapia · Public Ministry of Chile · Ruta 5 Sur

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[● 3 SOURCES] Tapia sustained serious injuries but was out of life‑threatening condition and was released from medical care. www.vlnradio.cl · www.elperiscopio.cl
[● 3 SOURCES] Nelson Tapia, former Chilean national team goalkeeper, was involved in a serious traffic accident on Ruta 5 Sur in the Maule Region. www.vlnradio.cl · www.elperiscopio.cl
[● 3 SOURCES] The accident occurred at kilometer 332 of Ruta 5 Sur, near the intersection with route L‑651. www.vlnradio.cl · www.elperiscopio.cl
[○ 1 SOURCE] Tapia, 59, works as head coach of Imperial Unido in Chile’s Tercera División A.
[● 3 SOURCES] No other vehicles or persons were involved in the accident. www.vlnradio.cl · www.elperiscopio.cl
[● 3 SOURCES] An alcohol test recorded a blood‑alcohol level of 1.04 g/L for Tapia. www.vlnradio.cl · www.elperiscopio.cl
[● 3 SOURCES] Tapia lost control of his vehicle, collided with containment barriers and the car rolled over, ending about 50 metres from the road. www.vlnradio.cl · www.elperiscopio.cl
[● 3 SOURCES] Police detained Tapia, then released him; the case was referred to the Public Ministry and a prosecutor issued a formal warning. www.vlnradio.cl · www.elperiscopio.cl