Tragic Motorcycle Crash Sparks Road Safety Debate in Santa Catarina
Fatal Collision on SC-390
A 31-year-old motorcyclist was killed on Saturday after his BMW S1000 RR collided head-on with a Renault Sandero on the SC-390 highway in Ipira,
Santa Catarina. Police say the rider crossed into the opposite lane on a curve,
striking the car driven by a 30-year-old woman who tested negative for alcohol.
Controversy at the Scene
Authorities criticized the premature removal of the Sandero by family members,
which may have disrupted the investigation.
Photos showed severe front-end damage, while the motorcycle was left “unrecognizable.”
Investigation and Community Impact
Officials cite excessive speed and road conditions as possible factors.
The SC-390, known for its scenic curves,has a history of fatal crashes.
Local leaders are calling for guardrails, stricter speed enforcement, and safety campaigns.
A Call for Change
The tragedy deeply affected the Ipira community,
prompting plans for a memorial ride and renewed appeals for safer roads across Brazil.
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