A tragic accident occurred on the BR-116 highway in Padre Paraíso, Brazil, where a 27-year-old truck driver named Jhonata Marinho Teixeira lost his life after his truck collided with another truck. The accident, which was captured on surveillance cameras, took place on the night of the 24th at km 174 and was influenced by the wet road conditions caused by rain. The footage reveals that the truck involved in the crash was navigating a curve at low speed due to the slippery surface when another truck suddenly appeared, speeding into the same curve.

As the tank truck approached the curve at high speed, the driver realized he could not navigate it safely. In an attempt to slow down, he applied the brakes but lost control of the vehicle, leading to the rear of the tank truck crashing violently into the front of the other truck. The impact was severe, causing the truck driven by Teixeira to veer off the highway and tumble into the bush alongside the road. Emergency services were called to the scene, but despite their efforts, the driver succumbed to his injuries shortly after the crash.

This incident highlights the dangers of driving under challenging weather conditions, particularly for large vehicles like trucks that require longer stopping distances and greater care on slippery roads. Local authorities and regulators may need to reevaluate safety measures on highways during poor weather conditions to prevent such tragedies in the future, which can have devastating consequences for drivers and their families.