Mar 15 • 20:06 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Bee attack kills businessman and injures another man in the west of SC

A bee attack in Itapiranga, Santa Catarina, resulted in the death of a businessman and left another man injured.

A tragic incident occurred in Itapiranga, Santa Catarina, where a bee attack claimed the life of 58-year-old Claudemir José Wronski and left another man injured. The attack happened on Saturday, October 14, prompting emergency services to respond to the scene. Upon arrival, the firefighters found Wronski unresponsive on the ground, having sustained numerous bee stings. The precise number of stings has not been disclosed, but it was enough to lead to his untimely death at the scene.

The second victim of the attack was found walking in shock, having reported pain and burning sensations all over his body after being stung multiple times. Emergency responders assessed his condition on-site, and he confirmed that he was not allergic to bee stings. Nevertheless, he was transported to a local hospital for further care, highlighting the severity of the incident as even non-allergic individuals can suffer serious health consequences from such attacks.

The victim, Claudemir, who was affectionately known as "Jacaré," was a well-known figure in the community as the owner of a mechanical workshop in São Miguel do Oeste. His untimely death not only marks a personal loss to his family and friends but also resonates within the local community that relied on his services. This incident raises awareness about the dangers of bee attacks, particularly in areas where people's activities may inadvertently provoke such insects.

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