Mar 22 • 13:17 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Young woman dies after losing control of motorcycle and crashing into pole in the coastal area of SP

A 20-year-old motorcyclist died after crashing into a pole in Guarujá, São Paulo, with a 21-year-old passenger sustaining injuries.

A tragic accident occurred in Guarujá, São Paulo, where a 20-year-old woman lost control of her motorcycle and crashed into a pole. The incident happened on Saturday, October 21, on Avenida Miguel Estéfano, in the Enseada neighborhood. Witnesses reported that the motorcyclist lost control near the intersection with Avenida Venezuela, leading to the fatal collision. Furthermore, a 21-year-old passenger on the motorcycle was injured in the crash.

Emergency services were alerted, with the Municipal Emergency Service (Samu) confirming the motorcyclist's death at the scene. The injured passenger was transported to a local emergency room, where she is being treated for suspected fractures. The incident highlights the risks associated with motorcycle riding, particularly in urban areas where accidents may result from a loss of control due to various factors such as speed and road conditions.

The São Paulo State Public Security Secretariat (SSP-SP) has preserved the accident scene for investigation purposes. The case has been officially registered as a suspicious death and bodily injury due to negligent driving. The authorities' involvement indicates the serious nature of the incident, which brings attention to road safety and the importance of adhering to traffic regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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