Businessman dies after overturning pickup truck on highway in Ceará
Businessman Artur Barros Figueirêdo died following a car accident on CE-153 in the rural district of Jamacaru, Missão Velha.
A tragic accident occurred on CE-153 in the district of Jamacaru, Missão Velha, where 32-year-old businessman Artur Barros Figueirêdo lost control of his pickup truck, causing it to overturn and end up in a ravine. The incident happened late Saturday night, and despite the rapid response of emergency services, Figueirêdo succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Figueirêdo was a prominent figure in the local business community, owning a vehicle dealership as well as other establishments, and he was known to manage a local singer. He is survived by his wife and three children, highlighting the profound impact of his untimely death on his family and the community. His wake took place on Sunday, indicating the immediate mourning that followed the event.
Local authorities, including the State Urban and Highway Traffic Police Battalion (BPRE), the Military Fire Department, and forensic teams are involved in investigating the circumstances of the accident. This incident raises ongoing concerns about road safety in rural areas of Brazil, emphasizing the need for better awareness and preventive measures to avoid such tragedies in the future.