A tragic accident occurred on Tuesday, October 10, in Rio Verde, in southwestern Goiás, where a 35-year-old woman lost her life after being struck by a car on Avenida Henrique Matias Henkes. Security footage revealed the victim, Madlene Farias Silva, walking in the middle of the road between parked vehicles just moments before being hit by a car that attempted to swerve away but ultimately collided with the victim and another vehicle parked nearby. Emergency services were quick to respond, confirming the woman succumbed to severe injuries on the scene, including hypovolemic shock and traumatic brain injury.

The local scientific police have indicated that the incident has drawn significant attention, as it was recorded on surveillance cameras. According to reports, the driver involved did not exhibit signs of intoxication at the time of the accident and was taken to the hospital for evaluation. The event has raised concerns about pedestrian safety on busy roads, especially in urban areas where such incidents could easily occur, highlighting the need for improved traffic measures to protect vulnerable road users.

Further details from local news outlet TV Anhanguera mention the condition of the driver, although his identity remains undisclosed. The incident underscores a critical issue regarding traffic regulations and the responsibilities of drivers in ensuring the safety of pedestrians, leading to community discussions on potential preventive actions that could mitigate future accidents of this nature.