A driver in Santos, Brazil, lost control of his vehicle while reversing, causing the car to fall into a canal, but fortunately, he was unharmed in the incident.
On the afternoon of Tuesday, October 24, in Santos, Brazil, a driver lost control of his vehicle while attempting to reverse out of a commercial establishment, leading to his car plunging into Canal 3 along Avenida Washington LuÃs. Bystanders observed the incident, which occurred in the Gonzaga neighborhood, and noted that the driver managed to exit the vehicle safely before the Fire Department arrived at the scene at approximately 1:40 PM.
The Fire Department confirmed that the driver, whose identity has not been released, did not suffer any injuries and declined medical assistance. Reports indicate that the driver was alone in the vehicle at the time of the accident and utilized his insurance to arrange for the car's retrieval from the canal. While it remains uncertain whether he underwent a breathalyzer test, the incident has drawn attention from local authorities.
As the investigation continues, the local public safety department and the city hall have been contacted by G1 to provide further details. This incident highlights the importance of safe vehicle maneuvering in urban settings, especially in areas with body of waters nearby, underlining the need for driver awareness during reversing maneuvers.
