Accident on Boyacá Avenue Causes South-North Congestion; Report Focused on Direct Incident Details Without Additional Commentary

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Blocks in the NQS, on the outskirts of the National University. Photo: Screen capture: @Andresquinte12 / Social Networks

This Thursday, September 4, mobility in Bogotá will be marked by the high traffic of vehicles in different road corridors. Early, Thousands of people move to their daily activities in public transport and in private cars.

As usually happens on business days, congestions and delays are planned in various parts of the city. Therefore, it is important to know the restriction measures to organize displacements. This is how the beak and plaque works this Thursday, September 4:

• Individuals with plates finished at 6, 7, 8, 9 and 0 (from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm)
• Taxis with plates finished at 9 and 0 (from 5:30 am to 9:00 pm)

The district offers a special rate for car owners who want to be exempt from the beak and plaque. This is called ‘peak and solidarity plaque’ and can be found on the official website of the Mobility Secretariat. Keep in mind that you should not have current fines in the system.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 19:43

  Words of Mayor Galán

  The mayor of Bogotá, Carlos Fernando Galán, He spoke on his social networks and pointed out that what happened on the outskirts of the National University “It is no manifestation, it is violence and should not have space in Bogotá.”

  What happened today on the outskirts of the National University is not any type of demonstration, it is violence and should not have space in Bogotá. Therefore, I ordered the @Policabogota intervene to recover order. pic.twitter.com/U372do2c8b

  Carlos F. Game September 4, 2025

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 19:39

  Manifestations end on the outskirts of the U.

  About 7:30 the Ministry of Mobility indicated that manifestations on the NQS Avenue finished: “Cancels butt and return. Normal step on the area, the stations are enabled University City and Corferias“.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 18:13

  Riots in race 30

  Mobility Secretary confirmed that about the Carrera 30 with 45th Street There are demonstrations of those who would be students of the National University. Authorities activate deviations:

  Alternate routes:
  63 street to the West
  53 street to the West
  Race 50 to the south
  Av. Dorado Al Oriente
  Av. Américas al orient

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 17:55

  BLOCKS IN DIFFERENT POINTS OF BOGOTÁ

  Transilenio indicated that: “The following manifestations outside the operation that generate affectation in the system persist:

  Carrera 30 with 45th Street (National U.) Trunk fleet continues with counterflux. “

  “Carrera 5 with 15th Street (District U. U. headquarters).

  Av. Villavicencio with Av Gaitán Cortes (District U. U. headquarters).
  Affected users: 147,183
  The deviations are maintained for transmission and feeder services in the affected areas “: Transmilenio added.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 15:56

  Manifestations in Bogotá

  Due to the demonstrations in race 5 with Calle 15, in the vicinity of the District University HEADQUARTERSdeviations persist on SITP routes.

  From Transmilenio they also indicated that there are blockages in southern Bogota: “Of. Villavicencio Con by Gaitán Cortes (District Technological Headquarters) The preventive deviations of the Candelaria, Sierra Morena, GH530 and HH604 feeder routesdue manifestations outside the operation.

  In addition, the intermittent locks persist in Calle 10 with Calle 72: “Dual services continue to divert.”

  – LM81: They take the 85th Street, the seventh race and resume their usual layout to the south.
  – Cm84: They take the 85 street towards the East to the seventh raceThey go down 76th Street to the West and resume their usual paths.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 14:55

  Vehicles retired from the North Highway

  Authorities report that vehicles involved in the road accident in the North Highway, sense nortein the Suba townthey were removed from the road.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 14:16

  Transmilenio deviations

  The company informs that due to the road novelty that occurs in the Chile Avenuemeaning West-Oriente, in the town of Chapinero, Zonal services will make deviations in nearby road corridors.
  The following feeding routes have changes in the tours: GH530 and HH604.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 13:05

  Teachers allow the passage on Chile Avenue

  Bogotá transit reports that protesters allow vehicular passage in the Chile Avenue, sense Western-Orientein the town of Chapinero
  Transmilenio informs that deviations are maintained on zonal routes LM81 y CM84.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 11:29

  Road Sinister on North Highway

  The road novelty is presented in the North Highway, North -South sense, in the Suba townfor the clash between private vehicles,
  Units of traffic and ambulance agents at the point.

  Road Sinister on North Highway. Photo:social networks

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 11:22

  Demonstrations on Chile Avenue

  Bogotá transit reports that the novelty in mobility occurs in the Chile Avenue, West-ORIENTE SENSE.
  Authorities recommend taking alternate routes such as 53 street, 85th Street to the East or Seventh race.

  Demonstrations on Chile Avenue. Photo:social networks

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 11:01

  Restored mobility on El Dorado Avenue

  Authorities report that road novelty occurs in the El Dorado Avenuemeaning West -Orientein the Téusaquillo town.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 10:11

  I hit El Dorado Avenue

  The road novelty is presented in the El Dorado Avenue, Occidente -Oriente, in the TEUSAQUILLO LOCATION, for the collision between two motorcycles. Traffic and ambulance agents units were assigned to the point.

  El Dorado Avenue Photo:social networks

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 09:20

  Restored mobility on Avenida Américas

  The Transmilenio company informs that trunk services transit normally in the Avenida Américas, sense West -Oriente, in the Locality of Puente Aranda.
  The stations Aranda Bridge and Grafiti District They provide the service normally.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 08:44

  Congestion in Avenida Américas

  Transmilenio reports that, due to the works that are developed in the area of ​​Avenida Américas, the West -Oriente sense, in the town of Puente Aranda, the trunk services of the stations Graffiti and Prairie district have delays in their journey.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 08:08

  Removed vehicles on Carrera 68 Avenue

  The vehicles involved in the road incident on the avenue carrera 68, sense Sur – horny, They were removed from the road corridor.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 07:38

  Shock on Avenida Carrera 68

  Authorities report that road novelty occurs in the Avenida Carrera 68meaning Sur – horny, in the Engativá town. Bogotá Traffic Agents Units were assigned to the point.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 07:32

  Road sinister on Boyacá Avenue.

  Bogotá transit reports that road novelty is presented between a intermunicipal bus and a motorcycle, in the Boyacá Avenue, sense Sur – horny, in the Kennedy town. Traffic agents units are at the point.

  Road Sinistro on Boyacá Avenue Photo:social networks

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 06:55

  Shock on Avenida Américas

  Authorities report a road accident in the Avenida Américas, sense EAST -OCCIDENT, In the town of Aranda Bridge.
  Traffic and ambulances units at the point.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 06:05

  Congestion in the Americas portal

  Transmilenio reports that road novelty is presented in the Portal of the Americas, Due to the realization of works in the Bogotá Metro first linein the Ciudad de Cali Avenue. Personnel at the point to speed up the road flow.

• Ju 04.09.2025 – 04:00

  Transmilenio begins operations

  The massive transport system in the country’s capital began operations this Thursday throughout the city.

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What is the primary cause of congestion on Boyacá Avenue?

Accident on Boyacá Avenue Causes South-North Congestion – september 5, 2025

Incident Overview: Boyacá Avenue Traffic Disruption

A traffic collision reported at approximately 1:58 AM local time on boyacá Avenue is currently causing important south-north congestion. The incident occurred near the intersection with Calle 80. Initial reports indicate a multi-vehicle accident involving a bus and three passenger vehicles.

Location Specifics & Affected Areas

Primary Location: Boyacá Avenue, between Calle 76 and Calle 86.

Direction Impacted: South-North traffic flow is heavily restricted.

Secondary Impacts: Spillover congestion is being observed on connecting roadways including Avenida Caracas and NQS.

Nearby Landmarks: Close proximity to the Metropol shopping mall and the National University of Colombia main campus.

Vehicle Details & Damage Assessment

Preliminary assessments suggest the following vehicle involvement:

1. TransMilenio Bus: Reported with front-end damage. Passenger injuries are being evaluated.
2. Silver Sedan (Make Unknown): Significant rear-end damage.
3. White SUV (Hyundai Tucson): Moderate side impact damage.
4. Black Motorcycle: Sustained ample damage; rider transported to hospital.

Damage assessments are ongoing by authorities on the scene. Tow trucks have been dispatched to begin vehicle removal.

Emergency Response & Personnel On-Site

Multiple emergency services are currently at the location:

Bogotá Fire Department: Two units are present, focused on securing the scene and addressing potential fuel leaks.

Bogotá Transit Authority (STP): Directing traffic and managing lane closures.

Ambulance Services: Multiple ambulances transported injured individuals to nearby hospitals – Hospital Universitario San Carlos and Clínica de Occidente.

Police Presence: Bogotá Metropolitan Police are conducting the investigation and maintaining order.

Current Traffic Conditions & Delays

as of 2:30 AM, traffic is backed up for approximately 5 kilometers south of the incident site. Estimated delays are exceeding 45 minutes. real-time traffic data from Waze and Google Maps indicates minimal movement within the affected zone.

Alternative routes & Detours

Motorists are strongly advised to avoid Boyacá Avenue and seek alternative routes:

Avenida Caracas: Offers a parallel route, but is experiencing increased volume.

Avenida NQS: Another alternative, but congestion is building.

Calle 80: Utilizing cross streets to bypass the affected section of Boyacá Avenue.

Witness Statements (Limited Data)

Initial witness accounts suggest the bus may have attempted a lane change prior to the collision. Though, this remains unconfirmed pending the official investigation. Further details will be released by the Bogotá Metropolitan Police.

Historical Data: Boyacá Avenue Accidents

Boyacá Avenue has a history of traffic incidents, especially during peak hours. Data from the Bogotá Transit Authority indicates an average of 12 reported accidents per month along this stretch of roadway. Common contributing factors include:

high Traffic Volume: Boyacá Avenue is a major arterial route.

Bus Lane Interactions: Frequent interactions between TransMilenio buses and private vehicles.

Pedestrian Activity: High pedestrian traffic, especially near commercial areas.

Resources & Further Information

Bogotá Transit Authority (STP): https://www.stpbogota.gov.co/

Waze Traffic: https://www.waze.com/

Google Maps Traffic: https://www.google.com/maps

Emergency Services Bogotá: 123 (National Emergency Number)