On the morning of Tuesday, the 10th, a fatal traffic accident occurred on BR-163 at kilometer 23, in the Tabocal community of Santarém, Pará, resulting in the death of motorcyclist Reginaldo Moraes da Costa. Reports indicate that he was riding towards Santarém when his motorcycle collided head-on with a truck on a curve. Eyewitnesses have recounted the crash details, highlighting the moments leading up to the collision.

Emergency services from the Mobile Emergency Service (Samu) were called to the scene but unfortunately pronounced the motorcyclist dead upon arrival. The deceased's body was subsequently handed over to the Legal Medical Institute (IML) for further procedures. Additionally, agents from the Federal Highway Police (PRF) were dispatched to conduct investigations and gather information that could clarify the circumstances surrounding the accident, ensuring that all necessary procedures were followed to establish the cause of this tragic event.

This incident raises concerns about road safety on BR-163, particularly regarding the dangers posed by sharp turns and the mix of traffic types. Local authorities may need to address these safety issues to prevent further accidents in the future, emphasizing the importance of road awareness for both motorists and motorcyclists as they navigate these perilous routes.