A valet responsible for pool maintenance at a gym in São Paulo has been linked to the death of a teacher, prompting the investigation of chemical exposure.
The tragic death of 27-year-old teacher Juliana Faustino Bassetto during a swimming lesson at a gym in East São Paulo has led to ongoing investigations by the police. According to the lead investigator, Delegate Alexandre Bento, the valet of the company operating the gym was responsible for the maintenance of the pool. The initial findings suggest that a mixture of chemical products may have resulted in a toxic gas that caused asphyxiation among those present in the facility.
Delegate Bento detailed that the toxic gas likely caused severe respiratory distress, leading to pulmonary damage evidenced by bubbles in the lungs of the victims. The investigation aims to determine the specific chemicals involved and the proportions that contributed to the dangerous reaction. The situation is further complicated by the lack of cooperation from the gym's management, hindering full clarity on the events leading up to the incident.
In light of these findings, local authorities have taken precautionary steps by closing the gym, ensuring no further risk to the public. This incident raises significant concerns about safety protocols at recreational facilities and chemical handling in public spaces, emphasizing the need for stringent regulations and oversight to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
