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12 university students killed when their bus and a truck collide in Brazil

A collision between a bus carrying university students and a truck occurred on a highway in southeastern Brazil, resulting in the deaths of 12 students and injuries to 21 others, according to authorities.
The truck driver, who was injured, was charged with fleeing the scene, involuntary homicide, and bodily harm after the crash late Thursday night.
Governor Tarcísio de Freitas declared three days of official mourning in São Paulo for the students from the University of Franca who lost their lives.
The university expressed deep sorrow, stating, 'It is with great sadness and sorrow that we receive the news that our students had their dreams cut short in a tragic accident.

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