Four Indigenous individuals from the Gavião village died in a tragic accident involving a car and truck in Brazil's Pará state.
Four Indigenous members of the same family tragically lost their lives in a serious accident early Monday morning (23) on the PA-150 road in Jacundá, close to the Bela Vista settlement, while traveling towards Goianésia do Pará. Their car became trapped under a truck following the collision.
Reports indicate that all deceased were members of the Gavião village, situated in the Indigenous Land Mãe Maria. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns on Brazilian roads, particularly those frequented by Indigenous communities. It raises questions about the measures in place to protect vulnerable populations within these regions.
Additionally, the morning saw a second accident involving an ambulance and a pickup truck, resulting in further injuries among five individuals. Investigations are currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding both collisions, and as of the latest update, the health status of the injured remains unknown, emphasizing the urgent need for road safety initiatives in the area.
