The truck driver who caused the accident and killed another driver in a BR-101 in Garuva, northern Santa Catarina, was sentenced to seven years in prison. The trial of Valdesir de Jesus, convicted of the death of Gidean de Oliveira Anastasio, took place on Thursday (9).

The defendant was sentenced to seven years in prison – Photo: MPSC/Disclosure/ND

According to information released by the MPSC (Ministry of State of Santa Catarina), in 2012, when the accident occurred, Valdesir was driving while intoxicated. He was convicted of the crime of simple murder, of possible intent. The execution of the sentence will be in a semi-open mode, but he is free to appeal the decision.

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The deputy said that on October 1, 2012, Valdecir was transporting a batch of gas cylinders (LPG) and was heading towards Curitiba/Garuwa. He was intoxicated and, driving into the oncoming lane, crashed into another truck and caused the death of Gideon.

In addition, according to the complaint, the defendant was driving along the highway in a zigzag manner and exceeding the speed limit.