A tragic collision on the SC-390 highway in Ipira, Santa Catarina, has left an entire community grieving after a 31-year-old motorcyclist lost his life on Saturday afternoon. The accident, involving a high-performance BMW S1000 RR and a Renault Sandero, has once again raised serious concerns about road safety on one of Brazil’s most scenic yet notoriously challenging highways.
Details of the Accident
According to the Military Highway Police (PMRv), the crash occurred on a curved section of SC-390. Witnesses reported that the motorcyclist, traveling at high speed, crossed into the opposite lane, colliding head-on with the Sandero, driven by a 30-year-old woman. The impact was devastating, leaving the motorcycle completely destroyed and the rider critically injured. Despite rapid emergency response, the motorcyclist passed away shortly after being transported to a nearby hospital. Authorities have not released his name, respecting the family’s privacy.
The Sandero’s driver survived without physical injuries. Breathalyzer tests confirmed that alcohol was not a factor. However, the premature removal of the Sandero from the scene by family members has complicated the investigation, raising concerns about evidence collection and reconstruction of the crash.
Witnesses described the BMW motorcycle as “unrecognizable,” with shattered fragments scattered across the road. Valued between R$70,000 and R$150,000, the S1000 RR was completely destroyed, illustrating the sheer force of the collision.
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