Osvaldo Antonio de Jesus, a 68-year-old app driver from São Paulo, was found dead on the Gaivota beach in Itanhaém on Monday, after his family reported him missing when he did not return home from work. He had left for work early that morning at 6 a.m., but by around 11:30 a.m., authorities discovered his body on the sand.

The Maritime Fire Brigade (GBMar) was summoned to the scene to handle the discovery of the body. Initial reports indicated that there were no signs of drowning, leading investigators to consider other causes of death. The autopsy will be crucial in determining the exact circumstances surrounding his death, as there were indications suggesting a possible natural cause, which requires further exploration through forensic examinations.

The incident raises concerns within the community about the safety and well-being of app drivers in the region, especially considering the lack of information surrounding mental health and physical health risks that come with the job. The family's immediate loss sheds light on the vulnerable situations that gig economy workers may face, underscoring the need for support systems and emergency protocols to better protect these individuals.