A violent collision between a line 108 bus and a private car has left General Paz Avenue completely closed in both directions this Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The accident occurred during the early hours near Juan Bautista Alberdi, on the border between Buenos Aires City and the Buenos Aires Province.
According to official sources, the impact was so severe that the bus ended up hanging from the lane divider, creating a striking image that quickly spread across social media. The crash left four people injured, all of whom were treated at the scene by SAME emergency services and then transferred to nearby hospitals.
What Happened on General Paz
The crash took place at around 3:30 AM (estimated from initial reports). For reasons still under investigation, the line 108 bus slammed into a car traveling in the same direction. The force of the collision pushed the bus against the central wall of the avenue, where it became literally stuck and suspended on the divider.
Emergency crews worked for hours to free the occupants of the smaller vehicle and assist bus passengers. The four injured were stabilized at the scene and then taken to different health centers: two to Álvarez Hospital and two to Santojanni Hospital, according to SAME sources.
Full Closure and Detours
Traffic on General Paz is completely cut off in both directions at Juan Bautista Alberdi, causing significant delays for drivers heading into the city. Officers from the Buenos Aires City Police and the National Road Safety Agency (ANSV) are working at the scene to clear the area and conduct forensic examinations.
Authorities urge drivers to avoid the area and use alternative routes such as Avenida Rivadavia, the Dellepiane Highway, or the General Paz branch towards Liniers. No estimated time for reopening has been provided so far.
Safety Concerns on High-Traffic Avenues
This new accident puts the spotlight back on road safety on high-circulation avenues. According to CESVI Argentina, crashes involving buses represent a significant share of road incidents in the Buenos Aires metropolitan area, mostly caused by distractions, speeding, or mechanical failures.
The line 108 bus is one of the oldest in Buenos Aires City, connecting neighborhoods like Retiro, Once, Caballito, and Liniers, among others. In recent years, the operating company has been fined multiple times for non-compliance with vehicle conditions and waiting times.
Judicial authorities have already opened a case for negligent injuries and ordered blood and urine tests for the bus driver to determine whether he was driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances, according to investigation sources.
Results of the forensic tests are expected in the coming hours, and officials hope to restore traffic on one of the country's busiest corridors soon.