A tragic accident occurred on the Padre Manoel da Nóbrega Highway in Peruíbe, São Paulo, where a 25-year-old motorcyclist lost his life after colliding with a horse that was loose on the road. The impact caused the motorcyclist to fall, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident took place in the early hours of Sunday, with the horse crossing the highway at around kilometer 346, leading to the collision.

Authorities, including the Military Police, responded to the incident and reported that unfortunately, the horse did not survive the impact either. Efforts to identify the owner of the horse were unsuccessful, raising concerns about road safety and the presence of loose animals on highways in Brazil. Following the collision, one lane of the highway was closed temporarily, but the event did not lead to significant congestion.

The case has been classified as vehicular homicide without intent and will be investigated further by the police. This tragic event highlights the potential dangers present on highways, especially with animals wandering onto roads, prompting calls for better measures to ensure safety for both vehicles and wildlife.