A tragic workplace accident in the southern Bahia municipality of Canavieiras has claimed the life of a local government official. Leandro Santana Nascimento, 34, died on Friday, May 8th, after being hit by branches from a tree he was helping to prune.
According to reports from TV Santa Cruz, a Rede Bahia affiliate, witnesses described a desperate final moment. Nascimento reportedly attempted to flee the falling limbs but slipped, sustaining fatal injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
Nascimento held a significant position within the local administration. He served as the head of production and supply for the Canavieiras Municipal Secretariat of Agriculture. His role placed him at the heart of the city's agricultural operations.
The Prefeitura de Canavieiras, the city's government, released an official note expressing profound sorrow. The statement extended condolences to his friends, family, and colleagues, acknowledging the loss felt by the community.
In their tribute, officials asked that his memory be cherished. "May his memory be remembered with affection and longing by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him," the statement read, highlighting the impact of his passing.
Funeral arrangements have been scheduled. The body of Leandro Santana Nascimento will be laid to rest on Saturday, May 9th, at the municipal cemetery in Canavieiras.
The incident underscores the inherent dangers associated with manual labor and tree maintenance work, even for experienced individuals. The community now mourns the loss of a dedicated public servant.
Based on reporting from g1.