João Carlos Napoli, 76, and Suelem Marques Santana Napoli, 64, tragically lost their lives in a car accident involving a truck on the BR-020 highway near Vila Boa in Goiás. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, specifically after the bridge over the Paranaíba River, with the couple reportedly dying at the scene and becoming trapped in their vehicle.

The couple resided in Brasília and had two children, according to a family friend. Their burial is scheduled for Monday in Alvorada do Norte, where relatives live. The Fire Department reported that the truck driver did not have any visible injuries, highlighting the severity of the situation for the occupants of the VW Gol.

Friends of the Napoli couple have expressed their grief and shared memories of the pair, indicating that they were well-loved in their community. This incident not only brings to light the dangers of highway travel in Brazil but also underscores the need for road safety measures to be continuously addressed, especially on busy routes like the BR-020.