Student, 21, dies after being hit by a truck. Photos: Reproduction Facebook: @camila.florencio
Camila Reis Florêncio, 21, a student at the Federal Rural University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRRJ), died on Wednesday (22), after being hit by a truck on the Rio-São Paulo road (BR 465) at kilometer 49 in Seropédica, Rio de Janeiro.
According to witnesses, she was riding her bicycle when she was struck by the vehicle.
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The accident occurred around 7 p.m. The fire department was called, but the young woman did not survive her injuries and died at the scene. The collision was so severe that Camila’s bicycle was completely destroyed. Hours before the tragic incident, Camila had posted a photo on social media.
In a statement, the UFRRJ expressed its sorrow over the loss of the chemical engineering student. “The central administration expresses its solidarity with the family and friends in this moment of grief,” the university said.
Camila, known as Paulista, was very loved by her colleagues and friends, who spoke of her dream to study chemical engineering. “It costs a lot to leave your city and family to pursue a dream, but it shouldn’t cost our lives. Paulista was an amazing girl and will always be remembered with great affection by everyone, she will be greatly missed,” said a friend.
Another friend shared: “I was with her this morning. I never imagined it would be the last laugh, the last hug. A terrible feeling. Rest in peace, Mila!”. Another friend expressed her grief: “Cami, not even God knows how much I will still love you! Thank you for providing me with amazing moments, I am blessed to have had you in my life. You will always be the best of the best friends. Take care of us from up there, I’ll take care of everything down here. Rest in peace, crazy girl”.
On social media, many people described Camila as an incredible girl who will always be remembered with affection. There is no information yet about the place and time of the funeral.
The Civil Police have opened an investigation to examine the circumstances of the accident.
Photos: Reproduction Facebook: @camila.florencio. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
