A tragic accident occurred in Garopaba, Santa Catarina, where a 60-year-old man driving an electric vehicle was fatally hit by a motorcycle on SC-434. The collision happened in the early hours of Saturday, March 7, when the elderly man attempted to cross the highway. Emergency services declared him dead at the scene before help could arrive, highlighting the severity of the crash.

The motorcyclist, a 20-year-old, was injured in the incident and transported to a local clinic for treatment. He underwent a breathalyzer test, which showed no alcohol consumption. According to his statements to the Military Police, he did not see the electric vehicle in the darkness of the road, indicating potential visibility issues that may have contributed to the fatal collision.

This incident raises concerns about road safety, especially for vulnerable road users like those in electric vehicles. The occurrence in a low visibility environment emphasizes the need for greater awareness among drivers and possibly more robust lighting or signage to prevent similar tragedies in the future, particularly in areas frequented by pedestrians and slow-moving vehicles.