MG: Police conclude investigation into accident that killed Band journalists

The police investigation that investigated the cause and circumstances of the traffic accident that killed Band Minas cameraman, Rodrigo Lapa, aged 49, and reporter Alice Ribeiro, aged 35, was concluded by PCMG (Civil Police of Minas Gerais).

The accident occurred on April 15, on the BR-381 highway, at km 437, in Santa Luzia, metropolitan region of Belo Horizonte. The car driven by the broadcaster's cameraman collided head-on with a truck.

With the impact, Lapa died on the spot. Alice, on the other hand, was rescued in serious condition and taken to João XXIII Hospital. She was confirmed brain dead the day after the accident.

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According to PCMG, "during the course of the investigation, several steps were taken, as well as expert reports prepared and, after all the necessary surveys, there were no signs or elements that could point to any criminal responsibility towards the truck driver."

The corporation highlighted that there was no indictment, due to the extinction of punishment, which occurred with the death of the vehicle driver.

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The investigative procedure was sent to the Court in May.

Legacy and organ donation
Alice Ribeiro had just returned from maternity leave and left behind a nine-month-old son. After confirmation of her death, Alice's family authorized the donation of organs, including kidneys, pancreas, liver and corneas.

In official notes, both Band Minas and the Government of Minas Gerais deeply regretted the loss of professionals, highlighting the importance of journalistic work and offering solidarity to the families.

Source: CNN