MANAUS, AMAZONAS, BRAZIL Tragic motorcycle accident in the Nova Cidade district, on Avenida Curaçao, claimed the life of a 21-year-old woman. During the crash, she suffered a severe head injury when her skull was shattered and her brain was ejected. Further details regarding the accident are not yet available.
The incident is a harsh reminder for all motorcyclists about the importance of wearing a helmet. Even if the law does not require it in every country, a helmet is the most important piece of passive safety equipment. Stay safe!