A pregnant woman was arrested after hitting a motorcyclist during a traffic altercation in Santos, São Paulo, resulting in the motorcyclist being hospitalized in critical condition.
In Santos, São Paulo, a pregnant woman, aged 30, was arrested after she struck a 56-year-old motorcyclist during a traffic argument. Surveillance footage obtained by TV Tribuna shows the moment of impact on Avenida Nossa Senhora de Fátima. Following the collision, the motorcyclist, identified only as Luiz Roberto, initially got up despite sustaining a leg injury, but he soon suffered a cardiac arrest, necessitating immediate medical assistance.
The incident unfolded on a Friday afternoon as the motorcyclist was stopped at a traffic light with his brother-in-law on another motorcycle. After the collision, Luiz Roberto experienced multiple cardiac arrests during transport to the Santa Casa de Santos hospital, where he is now in an induced coma. Family members confirmed the gravity of his condition, raising concerns over the possible long-term effects of the incident.
This incident highlights the dangers that can escalate from minor traffic disputes and the severe consequences that can arise from road rage. The pregnant woman's actions leading to the collision and the current critical state of the victim underscore the need for stronger awareness and preventive measures regarding traffic safety and aggression on the roads.
