Feb 17 • 16:19 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Know who the victim was that died in the accident on BR-010 between Palmas and Porto Nacional

Truck driver Lourivan Alves de Souza, 41, died in a serious accident on BR-010, while seven others were injured.

Lourivan Alves de Souza, a 41-year-old truck driver, tragically lost his life in an accident on BR-010 between Palmas and Porto Nacional on Monday. Despite being rushed to the hospital in critical condition, he succumbed to his injuries. The accident involved several vehicles including a truck loaded with meat, a cargo truck, and a personal vehicle, leading to severe damage and scattering of cargo across the road.

The incident occurred in the afternoon and has raised concerns about road safety, especially involving heavy-duty vehicles. Preliminary investigations by the security authorities revealed that during the accident, Lourivan had to make a sudden maneuver to avoid a collision with another vehicle, which unfortunately contributed to the fatal outcome. Images from the scene depict a chaotic aftermath with much of the meat spread across the roadway and the other vehicles heavily damaged.

Lourivan worked at a slaughterhouse in Porto Nacional and was known for sharing his daily life and family moments on social media. This incident has not only shocked his family and friends, who had shared his daily life online but also highlights the dangers that truck drivers face on the roads. As investigations continue, the local community mourns the loss and reflects on the importance of road safety regulations for heavy vehicles.

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