A tragic accident occurred on the GO-154 highway in Itaguari, Goiás, resulting in the death of 73-year-old Cristóvão Pinto da Silva, father of a firefighter. The incident, which took place near km 138 of the highway, involved two cars and a truck, leading to multiple injuries. Local firefighters who responded to the scene transported victims to the Municipal Hospital of Itaberaí.

Reports indicate that Cristóvão's family was en route to a vacation home when the collision happened, causing significant distress. Cristóvão's wife was among the injured and was quickly taken to the hospital by an ambulance from the Mobile Emergency Care Service (Samu). The family is currently dealing with the aftermath of the accident, emphasizing the importance of road safety,

This tragic event reflects the ongoing concerns regarding road safety in Brazil. With vehicles colliding on major roads, authorities may need to address traffic regulations and monitoring to prevent similar accidents in the future. As the local community mourns Cristóvão's loss, there is also a call for improved safety measures to protect drivers and passengers on these busy highways.