On the morning of Sunday, October 15, a traffic collision occurred on Avenida Costa Lima in Belford Roxo, located in the Baixada Fluminense region of Brazil. Emergency services from the local fire department responded to the scene where one individual tragically lost their life at the location of the accident, while another person was injured and subsequently hospitalized. The identities of the victims have not been made public.

According to reports from the police, they were not called to attend to the incident, indicating that the situation was managed by the fire department without needing law enforcement intervention at the scene. This could raise questions regarding the circumstances of the accident and the need for police presence, as such cases often elicit police reports to determine legal liability and facilitate investigations.

Traffic accidents are a significant concern in Brazil, particularly in densely populated areas like Belford Roxo where road safety measures may not be adequately enforced. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of road safety and the importance of prompt emergency response to potentially life-threatening situations in urban environments.