A tragic accident occurred in Água Boa, Brazil, where a 15-year-old teenager named Volmir Paulo Corá Neto lost his life when his electric bicycle collided with an agricultural sprayer. The incident took place in the Jardim Tropical neighborhood at the end of the afternoon on Thursday, September 19. Reports indicate that the boy was attempting to pass underneath the machine when he struck one of its wheels, leading to fatal consequences.

According to local police, the driver of the sprayer was traveling along Rua A when the teenager approached from the opposite direction. The driver stated that he was caught off guard by the maneuver and could not avoid the collision. In the aftermath of the incident, the driver underwent a breathalyzer test which returned a negative result for alcohol consumption. The tragic event highlights the dangers associated with electric bicycles and agricultural vehicles sharing the same road spaces.

The Civil Police have launched an investigation into the accident, categorizing it as accidental death. This incident underscores the need for increased safety measures and awareness when it comes to both agricultural machinery and youth riders on electric bicycles, especially in rural areas where such accidents may occur more frequently. The loss of Volmir Paulo Corá Neto serves as a somber reminder for communities to prioritize road safety for all users.