Alexandre Augusto Fernandes de Oliveira, aged 65, the former mayor of Monte Azul, lost his life in a collision between a car and a truck on the MGC-122 highway in Janaúba. The accident occurred late on Friday night, resulting in the immediate death of Oliveira, while the truck driver, a 43-year-old man, was found trapped in the vehicle and in a state of shock at the scene. Emergency services were already in the process of freeing the surviving driver when police arrived, emphasizing the severity of the incident.

According to the Military Highway Police (PMRv), the crash occurred at kilometer 178 of the highway, where road conditions were reported to be good, and there was proper signage in place. There were no indications of adverse weather, such as rain, which could have contributed to the accident. Witness accounts from the truck driver suggested that Oliveira might have fallen asleep while driving, leading to the fatal head-on collision, and he reported hearing a noise just before the impact.

This tragic event has shocked the community of Monte Azul, where Oliveira served as mayor, highlighting not only the dangers of road traffic but also the sudden loss of a local leader. The implications of such a loss could resonate within the local governance and community engagement, as residents mourn the unexpected death of a public figure who was once in a position of influence and responsibility.