Three young individuals were injured in Farol de São Tomé, Campos dos Goytacazes, northern Rio de Janeiro, when they fell from the back of a pickup truck during a carnival parade. The incident occurred as a 'trio elétrico' - a type of sound truck used in Brazilian carnival celebrations - passed by the beachfront area. The victims received initial medical treatment from emergency teams on-site and were subsequently transported to Ferreira Machado Hospital for further medical care.

According to the local authorities, the Military Police were already present when the Municipal Guard arrived at the scene. Although the victims were treated, they chose not to file charges against the truck driver, and the case was not categorized as a traffic accident involving bodily harm. This classification typically requires a formal complaint from the injured parties. The driver, participating in a block party for the carnival, stated that the victims fell while he was attempting to avoid horses that were startled by fireworks, and he did not notice their fall.

This incident highlights the potential dangers associated with festive celebrations where large vehicles and crowds are involved. Despite the occurrence of injuries, the victims' decision not to pursue legal action against the driver indicates a desire to avoid complicating the festive spirit of carnival, reflecting a cultural inclination towards maintaining community harmony during such significant public events.