A cyclist died after being hit by a van on the President Dutra Highway in Caçapava, São Paulo, on the night of October 12. The accident occurred around 10 PM at km 128 of the highway, with the cyclist reportedly riding on the road when the van collided with him. Emergency services were alerted, but upon their arrival, the victim was already deceased, and the van driver remained at the scene.

According to a report from the Civil Police, the van was accessing the highway via an acceleration lane when the collision happened. The van driver underwent a breathalyzer test which registered negative for alcohol consumption. In a statement to the police, the driver explained that he did not see the cyclist due to poor lighting conditions in the area, suggesting that visibility may have been a contributing factor to the incident.

This incident raises awareness about road safety, particularly for cyclists, who are vulnerable on busy highways. It underscores the importance of adequate lighting and visibility measures as well as the responsibility of drivers to be vigilant, especially in areas where cyclists are present. Such accidents highlight ongoing discussions about improving road safety measures for non-motorized road users in Brazil.