The body of 23-year-old Jesus Garcia de Sousa Santos was exhumed in Piauí to investigate the cause of his death, which was initially reported as sudden.
The body of Jesus Garcia de Sousa Santos, aged 23, was exhumed on the morning of Friday, December 20, as part of an investigation into the cause of his death that occurred on December 29, 2025, in Campo Maior, Piauí. Initially classified as a sudden death, the case took a different turn when new information emerged, suggesting he might have been electrocuted while working as a well driller. According to Delegate Herdeson Bernardo, the initial assumption raised questions about possible negligence in the use of safety equipment.
The exhumation was necessary to confirm or rule out the theory of electrical shock as the cause of death. The investigation aims to ascertain whether this tragic event resulted from a natural cause or if it was due to external factors, such as a lack of proper safety precautions while Jesus was working. The police have emphasized the importance of this examination in understanding the events leading to his untimely demise.
As authorities await the results of the forensic examinations, the case underscores the broader issues of workplace safety, particularly in demanding and hazardous jobs such as drilling. If negligence or safety violations are confirmed, it may have implications for workplace regulations and enforcement in the region, raising awareness about the importance of proper safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
