Truck collision at La Barca toll plaza leaves several injured in Honduras

A heavy truck caused a major accident at the La Barca toll plaza on the CA-5 highway in Cortés, Honduras, after striking a line of vehicles waiting at the toll booths. The collision resulted in several injuries and significant material damage to multiple vehicles, including a Toyota Corolla carrying three teachers. One teacher required medical attention following the impact.

Preliminary reports suggest the truck may have experienced brake failure, causing the driver to lose control. The Dirección Nacional de Vialidad y Transporte (DNVT) has launched an investigation to confirm whether the cause was mechanical failure or human error. The accident caused significant traffic disruptions in the area between Potrerillos and Santa Cruz de Yojoa as emergency teams worked to assist victims and clear the scene.

This incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns in Honduras. According to DNVT data, there have been over 14,000 traffic accidents recorded through September 2026, resulting in 1,472 deaths and more than 2,000 injuries.