25 Years After Bus 174: Survivors Recount the Trauma and Resilience

Twenty-Five Years After the Horror: Survivors of Rio's Bus 174 Hijacking Share Their Stories. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – June 12, 2000, remains etched in the memory of many Brazilians as the day of the harrowing bus 174 hijacking. For four hours, the nation watched live as Sandro Barbosa do Nascimento, a survivor of the Candelária massacre, held ten people hostage. The tragic outcome saw the death of teacher Geísa Gonçalves, used as a human shield. Now, 25 years later, Fantástico has interviewed several victims, revealing the lasting impact of this traumatic event. "A scene that won't leave my head," one survivor recounts, describing the chaos. Another survivor, Damiana, a teacher who worked alongside Geísa, speaks of the loss and the lasting health challenges she faces. The video, produced by G1 and Fantástico, offers a powerful and emotional look at the enduring legacy of the bus 174 hijacking, highlighting the strength and resilience of the survivors.