Feb 20 • 17:21 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Influencer suspected of running over and killing a woman while performing stunts becomes a defendant in a case

Influencer Jonatas Rodrigues de Sousa has been indicted for the death of caregiver Daiane Alves da Silva, who was killed when he allegedly hit her while performing motorcycle stunts at high speed.

Jonatas Rodrigues de Sousa, a social media influencer, has been formally charged in connection with the fatal accident involving caregiver Daiane Alves da Silva, who was 44 years old. According to the Civil Police, the incident took place in June 2025 in Araguaína, Brazil, when Sousas was reportedly performing high-speed motorcycle stunts in the area. The accident has raised significant public interest due to the circumstances of the crime and the profile of the alleged perpetrator.

Jonatas was apprehended on February 9 in Cabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro, following an arrest warrant issued by the 1st Criminal Court of Araguaína. The case has highlighted issues of public safety regarding motorcycle stunts and the responsibilities of influencers, especially in the context of their social media presence. The local community has also expressed outrage over the incident, with discussions about the dangers posed by reckless driving and its disastrous consequences.

The G1 news outlet attempted to reach out to Sousa’s legal defense for comments on the case but did not receive a response before the article was published. The situation has sparked debates on social media regarding accountability and the influence of public figures on the youth, as well as the need for stricter regulations concerning dangerous driving behaviors.

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