On the afternoon of Friday, October 20, a tragic accident occurred on the Alfredo de Oliveira Carvalho highway (SP-249) in Fartura, resulting in the death of a 34-year-old driver named Samuel Alexandre. The collision happened at kilometer 185 of the highway when Alexandre's car collided head-on with an oncoming truck. Despite efforts by emergency services to transport him to the local health unit, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.

The truck driver, who was 42 years old, fortunately did not suffer any injuries in the incident. Local law enforcement has been investigating the conditions surrounding the accident, although preliminary reports did not indicate any immediate factors that may have contributed to the collision. The community is mourning the loss of Alexandre, highlighting the dangers associated with highway travel and the impact of such accidents on families and friends.

Alexandre's funeral is set to take place on Saturday, October 21, in Taguaí, followed by his burial in Itaporanga. This event has resonated with the local community, reminding them of the fragility of life and the importance of road safety, particularly in areas with heavy traffic. Authorities may take this opportunity to increase awareness about road safety measures to prevent such tragic accidents in the future.