An 8-year-old boy, Theo Henrique Dias Lopes, tragically died in a car accident at his home in the Jardim Santa Izabel neighborhood of Analândia, São Paulo. According to reports from the local police and the boy's stepfather, Theo had been playing in the yard and climbed into a parked GM Kadett car to play with it by releasing the handbrake and putting it in neutral. This led the car to roll down the incline of the yard, where it ultimately struck a structural pillar supporting the family's gate.

The incident occurred on the night of Thursday, October 12, and the police labeled the event as a suspicious death. The stepfather, who was resting at the time and whose partner was preparing dinner, recounted that Theo seemed to be trying to move the car to create space for his bicycle. The tragic unfolding of events raises concerns about child safety and highlights the dangers associated with vehicles being left unattended in environments where children play.

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the risks children face in residential areas with vehicles. As the investigation continues, it could prompt discussions on safety regulations regarding vehicle storage and supervision around children in domestic settings. Authorities may also examine the circumstances that led to this tragic accident to prevent similar occurrences in the future.