Motorcyclist dies in collision in Serra de São Pedro; son remains hospitalized and will be buried today

The body of Helber Jonata Litoldo, a 34-year-old motorcyclist who died after a serious accident in the Serra de São Pedro, in the city of São Pedro (SP), will be buried in Rio Claro (SP), the municipality where he lived. His son, a 15-year-old teenager who was traveling as a passenger, is hospitalized.

The head-on collision between the motorcycle and a pickup truck was recorded on the morning of last Sunday, July 5th, on Rodovia Municipal Elisio de Paula Teixeira.

Farewell and last tribute to the motorcyclist

João de Campos Funeral Home reported that Helber’s wake is scheduled to begin this Tuesday (7), at 7:30 am. The burial will take place at the Rio Claro Municipal Cemetery, scheduled for 11 am.

In an emotional tribute, Herik Litoldo, Helber’s brother, expressed his regret on social media. “Regrettably, I come to inform you of the passing of my brother Helber Litoldo. It will not be a goodbye, but a see you later, my brother. Brothers forever”, he published.

Details about the dynamics of the accident

According to information from the Public Security Secretariat of the State of São Paulo (SSP-SP), the collision occurred when the motorcycle was overtaking. Maneuvers like this, especially in mountainous areas, represent a high risk and are often linked to traffic accidents.

The Fire Department, which responded to the incident, reported that the victims were quickly taken to Santa Casa de São Pedro. There was also a fuel leak at the scene of the collision.

Santa Casa confirmed Helber’s death at the scene of the accident and his son’s hospitalization. Firefighters had indicated that the teenager was in serious condition. There was an expectation that the patient would be transferred to the Hospital dos Suplidores de Cana, located in Piracicaba (SP), but his current health status was not disclosed.

The forensic team was mobilized to investigate the facts. The case was categorized as homicide and negligent bodily injury (without intent to kill or injure) while driving a motor vehicle, and is being investigated by the São Pedro Police Station.