In Paraná, Brazil, a truck driver was approached by police after they observed him using his cell phone while driving on the PR-444 in Arapongas. The military police were conducting routine patrols when they initiated the stop due to this traffic violation. Upon questioning, the 30-year-old driver presented a receipt for refrigerated goods he claimed to be transporting.

However, police noticed that the driver was exhibiting excessively nervous behavior during the interaction. This prompted further inquiry, which led to the driver eventually confessing that he was also transporting an illegal load. Specifically, he admitted to having 400 ampoules of tirzepatide, a medication typically used for treating diabetes and obesity, hidden in his vehicle.

The incident underscores the ongoing challenges of illegal drug trafficking in Brazil and raises questions about the safety of road users when drivers engage in distractions such as phone use while operating heavy vehicles. It serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic laws and the role of law enforcement in ensuring safe driving practices.