A tragic incident occurred on the BR-251 highway where a 60-year-old cyclist lost his life after being struck by a vehicle. The accident took place close to the access intersection to Francisco Sá on the night of Wednesday, the 18th. There were no witnesses present at the time of the collision, making it difficult for authorities to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the event. Preliminary investigations suggest that the cyclist may have been hit by a large vehicle, given the severity of his injuries, though details are still scarce since the driver of the vehicle has not been located.

Emergency services, including the Samu team, arrived on the scene around 9:30 PM and confirmed the death of the cyclist, who suffered severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures as a result of the accident. The police are actively searching for the driver, and the Federal Highway Police (PRF) is conducting ongoing inquiries to gather more information regarding the case. Additionally, the Civil Police's forensic team examined the site to understand better the factors that contributed to the accident.

The victim was a resident of Francisco Sá, raising community concerns about road safety for cyclists and the need for increased vigilance amongst drivers, particularly on highways. This incident underscores the vulnerabilities faced by cyclists on roads shared with motor vehicles and the potential consequences of traffic negligence, as investigations proceed to shed light on this tragic event.