Businessman who 'flew' over dune is suspected of running over and killing a dog in the interior of Ceará
Valécio Nogueira Granjeiro, a businessman known for an earlier incident involving dune surfing, is now suspected of hitting and killing a pit bull in Ceará.
Valécio Nogueira Granjeiro, the businessman who gained fame last year for performing a dangerous stunt over a dune in Aracati, is now in the news for a far more distressing reason. He is suspected of running over and killing a pit bull named Luna in Russas, a town in the interior of Ceará. According to witnesses, Luna was on the sidewalk of her owner's home when she was struck by a car driving at high speed. This incident raises serious concerns about road safety and accountability in instances of animal cruelty.
The dog's owner described the harrowing event in a social media video, claiming that the car was speeding and that the driver did not stop to assist after the incident. She reported that the businessman merely exited the vehicle to acknowledge the gravity of the situation with a casual wave before leaving the scene without providing any help. Witnesses also suggested that he appeared to be intoxicated at the time of the accident, further lending to the seriousness of the allegations against him.
Despite attempts by G1 to contact Granjeiro's legal defense, they had not received a response by the time of the report's last update. This case has sparked public outrage, as many are calling for justice for Luna and advocating for stricter accountability for drivers involved in accidents with pets. As this story develops, it reflects broader societal issues surrounding animal welfare and responsible driving behavior in Brazil.