A report by BBC News details the victims of a recent plane crash in Brazil that claimed 62 lives. The tragedy, which occurred in the state of São Paulo, has drawn attention as more information about those who perished comes to light.
Among the victims were cancer doctors, a three-year-old child, a lawyer specializing in airline lawsuits, and a Venezuelan family traveling with their dog.
Eight doctors from the Uopeccan Cancer Hospital in Cascavel were on board, heading to a medical conference. The youngest victim, Liz Ibba dos Santos, was traveling with her father.
In the wake of the tragedy, some users on X (formerly Twitter) have been spreading unverified claims about the crash.
These claims range from suggestions that the plane was deliberately targeted to prevent cancer research breakthroughs to comparisons with other crashes involving researchers, such as the Malaysian MH17 incident.
However, it's important to note that these theories are unfounded and not supported by any evidence. Official investigations are ongoing to determine the actual cause of the crash.
The accident took place in the town of Vinhedo, located in the state of São Paulo. The plane, a twin-engine turboprop, was en route from Cascavel, Paraná, to Guarulhos airport in São Paulo city when it descended in a spiral and crashed in a residential neighborhood. Video footage of the crash circulated on social media, showing the aircraft plummeting vertically before impact.
Fortunately, no one on the ground was injured, but one home in a local condominium complex sustained damage. The site of the crash quickly became a scene of devastation as emergency responders arrived to recover the bodies of the victims.
The list of those lost in the crash includes several medical professionals who were well-respected in their fields. Dr. Mariana Belim and Dr. Ariane Risso, both associated with the Uopeccan Cancer Hospital in Cascavel, were among the deceased. Dr. Leonel Ferreira, a radiologist, and Dr. Sarah Sella Langer, an immunologist, also lost their lives in the incident.
The crash further claimed the lives of veterinary professional Dr. Silvia Cristina Osaki and attorney Laiana Vasatta. Their deaths have left a profound impact on their respective communities, who now mourn their loss.
Additionally, the crash claimed the life of three-year-old Liz Ibba dos Santos, who was traveling with her father, Rafael Fernando dos Santos. The heartbreak of losing such a young child has only deepened the sense of tragedy surrounding this incident.
Among the victims was a Venezuelan family consisting of Josgleidys Gonzalez, Maria Gladys Parra Holguin, and young Joslan Perez. The family was returning to Venezuela after experiencing challenges in Brazil. Tragically, their beloved dog, Luna, also perished in the crash. The loss of the family, along with their pet, has touched many who have heard their story.
The crash, Brazil's worst since 2007, saw all bodies recovered and moved to a police morgue in São Paulo for identification. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, with a preliminary report expected within 30 days. The plane, a twin-engine turboprop, was en route from Cascavel to Guarulhos airport when it crashed in a residential area of Vinhedo, causing minimal damage on the ground.
