Two road fatalities reported in Brazil's Bahia and Espírito Santo states
A 58‑year‑old cyclist died after being struck on Avenida Getúlio Vargas in Teixeira de Freitas, Bahia. The victim, identified as Abimael de Jesus Santos, was taken to the Hospital Estadual Costa das Baleias in critical condition and later pronounced dead; his body was sent to the Institute of Legal Medicine for autopsy.
In Colatina, Espírito Santo, a 68‑year‑old pedestrian, Friolin Strelow, was killed when a 34‑year‑old motorcyclist failed to stop while the man crossed Avenida Silvio Avidos. The motorcyclist suffered injuries but survived; police conducted a bail‑out test that was negative and released the driver after investigation.
Both incidents highlight ongoing road safety concerns for cyclists and pedestrians in Brazil.