Feb 23 • 12:09 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Motorcyclist loses control in curve, hits sign and dies on BR-494

A 46-year-old motorcyclist died in an accident on BR-494 in Divinópolis, Brazil, after losing control and colliding with a signpost.

A tragic accident occurred on the BR-494 in Divinópolis, Brazil, resulting in the death of a 46-year-old motorcyclist on Sunday, October 22. The incident took place when the motorcyclist, riding alone, lost control of his vehicle while navigating a curve. Evidence at the scene indicated that he veered off the road and struck both a signpost and a radar pole, leading to the fatal outcome.

Emergency services, including the Mobile Emergency Care Service (SAMU), responded promptly; however, paramedics confirmed that the motorcyclist had succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the accident. The investigation was led by the Military Road Police (PMRv), who collected information regarding the circumstances of the crash. The police also noted that the rider had been traveling towards the cities of Divinópolis and Nova Serrana when the incident occurred.

Following the accident, the Civil Police conducted a forensic examination to gather further details, ensuring that all necessary protocols were followed. Once the body was released, it was taken to the Legal Medical Institute (IML) for further examination and processing. This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the risks associated with motorcycling, particularly in challenging road conditions such as curves and traffic signs.

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