Two brothers were killed when a Junior Pan American Games car ploughed into them in Paraguay.

The brothers, who have not yet been named and are believed to be Paraguay locals, died when the Pan Am Games car struck another vehicle on the road between Luque, where the airport in Asunción is located, and San Bernardino, the venue for a number of sports.

Organisers of the Games expressed their condolences to the families of the victims and promised to assist the police with their investigations.

“The Organising Committee of the Junior Pan American Games reports that a traffic accident occurred today involving the outsourced company responsible for transporting one of our staff members and two volunteers,” a statement read.

“We deeply regret to inform that, as a result of the accident, two occupants of the other vehicle involved passed away. We express our most heartfelt condolences to the families and friends during this difficult time, offering our support with respect and solidarity in their grief.

“Our staff member and volunteers are in good health and are receiving the necessary support and assistance.

“The company responsible for transportation has made itself immediately available to the authorities to assist in all necessary investigations and to support the affected families.”