In a tragic accident in Belém, Brazil, a 55-year-old bus collector named João Carlos Barros Ferreira lost his life after being hit by a vehicle and subsequently a bus. The incident occurred as he was crossing Augusto Montenegro Avenue near the company where he worked. Ferreira was initially struck by a car, which propelled him into the exclusive bus lane, where he was then run over by a bus.

The police reported that the bus driver remained at the scene and voluntarily presented himself at the local police station. However, they are actively searching for the driver of the car that caused the initial collision, as this driver fled the scene immediately after the accident. The investigation is being led by the Tapanã police station, highlighting a commitment to uncover the details surrounding this unfortunate event.

This incident raises concerns about road safety in urban areas and the obligations of drivers to remain at the scene of accidents. The loss of João Carlos Barros Ferreira not only impacts his family and friends but also sheds light on the dangers faced by workers in busy traffic areas. Calls for increased safety measures and awareness among drivers may become more pronounced in the wake of this tragedy.