In memory of those who “died suddenly” in Mexico, Bahamas, Suriname, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina and Chile, October 2-October 9, 2023
Mexican leftist Juan Méndez Sebastián; Paraguayan actors Ede Colina & Juan Manuel Alcaraz; Surinamese lawmaker Mahinder Rathipal; Argentine judge German Alegre; 2 Bahamian teens (heart attacks); more
MEXICO
Leader of the left dies in Huazalingo
October 4, 2023
Juan Méndez Sebastián, recognized leftist leader of Huazalingo, dies. It is presumed that he suffered a heart attack when he was in his milpa (traditional cultivated field). This was reported by the relatives of the leader, who also announced that when they noticed the absence of Juan Méndez, they searched for him until they found him lying in his field. They said that personnel of the Municipal Police of Huazalingo arrived at the place of death, and assured that it was not a provoked death.
No cause of death reported.
Killed in a “vaxxident”:
Invading the confined lane of the Mexibús costs the life of a motorist, in Tultitlán
October 6, 2023
Tultitlan, Mexico State - Barreta, picks and the hands of six firefighters were necessary to release the body of a driver, who after crashing into the back of a Mexibús, got caught inside his vehicle. Yesterday, before 6:00 in the morning, Tultitlán paramedics received a distress call. He was a man who was traveling in a Volkswagen Beetle car and asking for help for his two companions. And it is that the injured traveled in the front seats of the car that minutes before had collided against the Mexibús, in the Lázaro Cárdenas neighborhood. Although the reasons why the driver lost control of the car are unknown, it is believed that the speed caused him to end up invading the confined lane.
Man dies inside bus station
October 5, 2023
An approximately 65-year-old man lost his life inside the Bus Terminal in Querétaro, which generated the mobilization of emergency services. It became known that the person was walking on the platform when he keeled over, so the assistance of the emergency services was quickly requested through 911. Once at the scene, they began to resuscitate the person and after several minutes, they confirmed that the person no longer had vital signs.
No cause of death reported.
Six “died suddenly” from heart attacks:
Man died of a heart attack while swimming in Laguna de Nogales
October 6, 2023
The body of a man floating in the Nogales Lagoon was rescued this Friday morning by ministerial authorities after responding to the call of citizens who were bathing in this important spa. According to the first reports, it was citizens who requested the presence of preventive authorities after noticing that the lifeless body of a man was floating in the Lagoon. After the death was confirmed, ministerial authorities went to the place to recover the body of the man, who according to those present minutes before was swimming in the icy waters when apparently he had a heart attack. It is expected that in the next few hours the body will be identified and claimed.
No age reported.
Killed in a “vaxxident”:
Taxi driver dies after suffering a suspected heart attack in the parking lot of a commercial store
October 8, 2023
A steering wheel worker lost his life after he suffered an apparent heart attack when he was driving his car over the parking lot of a commercial store located in the Metropolitan Center. It was Luis Lauro Vasquez Ruiz, 52, who was traveling in a Nissan Tsuru vehicle when he collapsed behind the wheel. Already out of control, the vehicle advanced straight to the entrance of the store where the protective cement structures did their job by stopping the car. The people who were nearby tried to revive the taxi driver, and moments later Red Cross paramedics arrived but they only confirmed his death, so they proceeded to cover the body with a sheet.
Trailer driver dies of heart attack
October 6, 2023
During the journey the driver of a trailer felt bad which made him stop the drive on the Durango-Gómez Palacio highway, where minutes later he was found lifeless allegedly for suffering an acute myocardial infarction. The above was made known to the Investigating Agent of the Public Prosecutor's Office at approximately 23:17 hours on Thursday, who together with elements of the Crime Investigation Police confirmed about the distress call where they were informed of the death of the operator of the heavy unit. The affected person was identified as Juan Luis Castañón Lerma, 75 years old, who at first glance did not have any injuries on his body surface.
Family of Durango man who died in the United States asks for help to pay for repatriation of his remains
October 5, 2023
Through social networks, relatives of Juan Ángel Rodríguez Luna from Durango are requesting the support of the citizenry to repatriate his remains. The young man was working in the United States, but on October 1, he died due to an acute myocardial infarction. Moving his remains has an approximate cost of 4,500 dollars, an amount that his mother cannot afford immediately.
No age reported.
A 17-year-old dies outside a gym in San Nicolás de los Garza; he drank water and collapsed
October 4, 2023
A 17-year-old boy died outside a gym in San Nicolás de los Garza, in Nuevo León. The victim, identified as Diego, fell unconscious outside the Impact gym. According to staff of the establishment, and some witnesses, the young man was attended to by a doctor while waiting for the arrival of the Civil Protection units. However, the resuscitation efforts were useless, since after 10 minutes the 17-year-old died, at approximately 17:30 in the afternoon. At the moment the causes of death are unknown, it will be the staff of the forensic service who determines this after performing the autopsy. Especially, because the only thing that is known is that the young man collapsed after drinking water outside the aforementioned gym. Given this, the support of an expert pathologist will be requested, a specialist in identifying treatments for diseases poorly treated due to medical negligence, because it is not ruled out that Diego has suffered a cardiorespiratory infarction derived from some medical problem or even a heat stroke.
Note: The maximum temperature in San Nicolás on October 4: 28 °C/83 °F:
Motorist dies of probable heart attack in the Miguel Hidalgo; he complained of chest pain
October 3, 2023
This afternoon, police and emergency services were mobilized in the streets of the Daniel Garza neighborhood, after a motorist died of a probable heart attack. When emergency services arrived, however, they could do nothing for the victim. "People comment that he was complaining of chest pain, apparently it was a heart attack because of the symptoms and that he has no injuries,” a policeman explained. Elements of the Citizen Security Secretariat (SSC) became aware of the facts and guarded the area until the arrival of a funeral home.
No age reported.
BAHAMAS
Two high school students “died suddenly”:
Second 12th grader died Sunday morning following a heart attack – this time on Eleuthera
October 1, 2023
Eleuthera - Students from Central Eleuthera High are facing the loss of their fellow student Master Chykino “Kenny” Thompson [above], aged 17 years. Thompson passed away early Sunday morning after he had serious breathing problems, and later suffered a heart attack. This comes just days following the sudden death of Queen’s College Headboy Master Dario Anthony Rahming Jr, who collapsed and died while at a sports event on the campus Saturday morning. These incidents have been increasing around the world lately and we at BP are beginning to get concerned.
SURINAME
Mahinder Rathipal (67), Suriname politicus
October 4, 2023
This morning we received the very sad news that our highly esteemed party congress chairman and party colleague from the very beginning, Mr Mahinder Rathipal, has passed away quite suddenly. Information about the funeral will be announced later.
No cause of death reported.
BOLIVIA
Killed in a bus “vaxxident”:
La Paz: School bus driver dies of cardiac arrest while carrying children
October 6, 2023
On Friday morning, a traffic accident shocked the city of La Paz, as it was carried out by a school transport bus that had several children on board. The driver, 62, suffered a cardiac arrest in the middle of the journey, lost control of the vehicle and hit other motorists and a pole. It happened in the San Pedro area, between Heroes del Acre and Nicolás Acosta streets, where local merchants rescued the minors, getting them off the bus. The incident was recorded on security cameras. On the cameras it is observed that the bus collides with a first vehicle. Then he keeps moving forward, gets on the sidewalk and hits the pole. At the scene, there is a woman who is trapped. In addition, the bus starts to reverse to collide with another taxi. The screams and surprise overwhelm the passers-by, who do not know how to stop the bus, besides that the street was very busy. The man lost his life at the scene.
BRAZIL
A brain surgeon “died suddenly”:
Neurologist and neurosurgeon Carlos Octávio Athayde dies, age 60
October 8, 2023
The neurologist and neurosurgeon Carlos Octávio Athayde Jr, died on Saturday afternoon, 7th. At the age of 60, he had a heart attack and could not resist. Athayde Filho was the professional responsible for the hitherto unpublished neuronavigation neurological surgery, in June 2022, at the Hospital de Estrela. The professional also worked at the Bruno Born Hospital.
A radio broadcaster “died suddenly”:
Heart attack kills radio host in downtown Aracaju
October 9, 2023
The radio broadcaster Ewnerton Junior, known professionally as Junior Valadares, 58 years, Died in Aracaju, this Monday (9th). The communicator suffered a heart attack inside his vehicle in the center of the Sergipe capital, and was found unresponsive. A team from the Mobile Emergency Care Service (Samu) rescued him, but he already arrived dead at the Sergipe Emergency Hospital (HUSE). Junior Valasares leaves a wife and three children.
Two teachers “died suddenly”:
Teacher dies of heart attack in Ivaiporã
October 9, 2023
Teacher Mara Cristina Barbom Lopes Alves, wife of Zé Português, died in the early hours of Sunday, October 8. According to information, she was a victim of a heart attack, and the wake will be held at the First Baptist Church of Ivaiporã, starting at 10:30 am this morning. The burial has not yet been announced by the family. The teacher taught for many years at the Idália Rocha State School in Ivaiporã.
No age reported.
Intensity and passion for her daughter and pedagogy were the main characteristics of Karina Rizek
October 7, 2023
Born in São Paulo, she had a degree in psychology and fell in love with pedagogy from an early age, when, still during her studies, she interned at an early childhood education school. She never left the area again. She worked as an assistant, teacher and pedagogical coordinator. She participated in the training of teachers in various municipalities and institutions. Karina's great passion was her daughter Luisa, 10. "Her life was her daughter. Always, always focused on her daughter, everything she did, where she went, all the plans, everything was her daughter. She will always be remembered as the warrior mother, who did everything for her daughter, lived for her daughter." Karina died, at the age of 46, on September 21, in São Paulo, as a result of a heart attack.
Son of judge dies after heart attack in Teresina
October 9, 2023
Tiago Falcão, son of retired judge Augusto Falcão, died on Monday (9th), after suffering cardiac arrest in Teresina. Tiago suffered from kidney failure, and was undergoing a hemodialysis procedure when he suffered the heart attack and ended up not resisting. At the age of 48, Tiago Falcão was married and left two daughters. He was the brother of former state representative Juliana Falcão.
Two businessmen “died suddenly”:
Businessman André Fonseca dies of heart attack during beach tennis match in Teresina
October 9, 2023
Businessman André Fonseca, 42, died on Monday night after suffering a fulminant heart attack while playing beach tennis in Arena do Horto neighborhood, in the east of Teresina. André was rescued by two SAMU teams and was even taken to the São Paulo Hospital but did not resist. Some doctors who were in the arena at the time of the game also tried to revive the businessman, but were unsuccessful. At the weekend, the businessman exhibited on his social networks several awards won in the Vaquejada [type of rodeo] that he participated in at the Fazenda Vale do Canindé.
51-year-old businessman dies after training in Praia do Canto gym
October 5, 2023
Businessman Carlos Felipe Peixoto, 51, died after exercising and feeling unwell, outside a gym located in Praia do Canto, in Vitória. The case happened on Wednesday afternoon (4th). In an interview with Folha Vitória, the businessman's wife, Thamires Trindade, said that Carlos Felipe was already feeling uncomfortable the day before, however, he went to train. After the exercises, he eventually fell ill. He was rescued by a Samu rescue team, but died inside the ambulance, according to his wife. Carlos Felipe Peixoto was the brother of cardiologist Carlos André Peixoto and the son of fellow cardiologist Carlos Mariano Peixoto.
No cause of death reported.
Marcos Rogério, driver of Pinhão City Hall, dies of heart attack
October 8, 2023
Marcos Rogério Batista Santos died this Saturday, at the age of 38, victim of a heart attack in the city of Pinhão. Marcos was an effective driver of the municipality, performing his duties with dedication and commitment. The news of his passing has left the community grieving, and City Hall stands in solidarity with friends and family at this time of immense sadness. Mark leaves behind a widow and three children, who now face the pain of losing a loved one.
A pastor “died suddenly”:
Pastor suffers heart attack and dies
October 4, 2023
In the early hours of Wednesday, October 4th, we mourn the loss of Pastor Antônio Marcos dos Santos, who was only 42 years old. According to information obtained by our reporting team, the Pastor began to feel he was ill last Sunday, October 1st, but chose not to seek hospital care. He remained in his residence and, on the night of Tuesday, the 3rd, suffered a crisis that led to his death while being rushed to Paradise Regional Hospital. Surprisingly, the victim had no history of heart problems.
Tourism executive Adriano Gomes dies at 50 in Rio de Janeiro
October 8, 2023
The executive director of Mar Ipanema Hotel and former director of CVC Viagens in Rio de Janeiro, Adriano Gomes, died this Sunday (8th), in Rio de Janeiro, at the age of 50, victim of a heart attack. Born on January 15, 1973, the executive accumulated 30 years of experience in tourism. Adriano leaves his wife Maria Luiza and daughters Manu and Sofia.
Son gets sick, is rescued by his father and both die of heart attack in 4 hours apart in the hospital.
October 9, 2023
A family is going through a double mourning in Viana, in the Metropolitan Region of Espírito Santo. Daniel Lana Christ, 44, is a painter and was working on Saturday (7th) when he began to feel unwell and was taken to the medical station in serious condition, had a heart attack and died. The father, 80-year-old Guido Christ, on hearing the news also had a heart attack and died about 4 hours later.
Body found more than 48 hours after death
October 9, 2023
Preliminary information gives an account of a body found inside a truck parked in the area of the Kaladão Post, rural area of Carlos Chagas, on the banks of MGC-418. The trucker would have parked, at first, without being noticed, and spent about three days, with the vehicle in the same place. When some people went to check on the vehicle, they noticed that the occupant was dead, even presenting more than 48 hours of death.
No age or cause of death reported.
Man drowns in Forquilhinha after sudden illness
October 9, 2023
A 47-year-old man died on Monday afternoon, 9, after suffering from a sudden illness followed by drowning in Forquilhinha. The victim was found, and was attempted revived by bystanders, but did not resist. The firefighters who attended the incident, after verifying absence of heartbeat, immediately initiated cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Soon after, the Samu arrived at the scene, they continued the care, where, after about 40 minutes, the doctor found death on the spot.
Family and friends pay tribute to Nathy who died of a heart attack
October 9, 2023
Hi Nathy, here we are all those who had the privilege of having been part of the timeline of your life. That timeline where you smiled, cried, danced, hugged, that timeline that you remained at the age of 24, between friends and loves and especially between your parents. . . It hurts a lot because you were rich in health, joy, happiness, hope and humility. You were very important in the lives of everyone around you and will continue to be, because you have always been amazing, we friends and family love you very much and will always love you. Forever and ever.
Man suffers fulminant heart attack and dies this afternoon near a beach hut
October 9, 2023
Around 12:50 pm this Sunday, the 8th, a 54-year-old individual, but who did not have his name officially released, was discovered lifeless in the vicinity of the Lemanjá beach hut, located in the northern area of Ilhéus. The military police were promptly activated, along with SAMU 192, and when they arrived at the scene, they found the victim already without vital signs. The technical Police Department was called to proceed with the removal of the body. There is a suspicion that the cause of death was an acute myocardial infarction, but this aspect will be investigated by the Ilhéus Technical Police Department.
Family starts collection to pay funeral of 23-year-old who died of heart attack in Patos de Minas
October 8, 2023
The family of Alexsandra Cardoso, only 23 years old, was in great need of the help from the Patos de Minas population. The young woman died of a heart attack, unexpectedly, last Friday (6th) and left a 3-year-old child. The financially needy family needed the donations to pay for the burial costs. The family then started a collection to pay for the service. Edlene Cardoso, Alexandra's mother, is the one who was promoting the activity. She said that no one was prepared for this difficult time and needed to pay for the funeral. In the early afternoon of this Monday (9th), after the publication of the report, the relatives reported that they were able to reach the amount to pay for the funeral. They thanked everyone for their contributions.
28-year-old Parelhas man dies victim of heart attack during Carnaxelita in Currais Novos
October 8, 2023
On Sunday (8th), a 28-year-old identified as Joandeson de Azevedo Lima, a native of Parelhas, lost his life as a result of a heart attack. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday morning, when the Mobile Emergency Response Service (SAMU) was triggered in a hurry. Joandeson was in a house rented by a group of friends who had gathered to celebrate the traditional Carnaxelita [an off-season Carnival]. Unfortunately, Joandeson suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, leaving everyone present in shock. SAMU paramedics arrived at the scene quickly and made every effort to reverse the situation, but, unfortunately, the efforts were in vain, and the young man could not resist.
Killed in a “vaxxident”:
Motorcyclist dies on expressway in Contagem
October 6, 2023
A motorcyclist died on the expressway in the Eldorado neighborhood, in Contagem, on the morning of Friday (6th). According to the Military Police (PM) and Transcon – the municipality that manages traffic in the city –, the man had a sudden illness and hit the central flowerbed. The mobile Urgent Care Service (Samu) was called and found the death. Co-workers of the victim were also at the scene.
No age reported.
Mourning: dies Jeandro, 23 years old, victim of a heart attack
October 5, 2023
It is with regret that the Sena Blog reports the death of Jeandro de Sousa, at the age of 23, last Wednesday (4th). According to information from relatives, the young man was a victim of a heart attack. A native of Condéuba, he was affectionately known by the nickname “Jeh”. On social networks, friends and family show a feeling of regret and bewilderment at the untimely departure of the young man.
Tragedy shakes communities of Andradina and Castilho, death of two young people
October 4, 2023
The nearby towns of Andradina and Castilho were rocked by two deaths in the first days of October this year. On Tuesday (3rd), João Neto [above], a talented 29-year-old barber, suffered a heart attack while inside his car, the windows of the vehicle were broken so that he could receive assistance, but he did not resist. The news shook the community of Andradina, where Neto was known across the street from the Vikings barber shop.
And, on Wednesday (4th), the tragedy extended to neighboring Castilho, where the news of the death of Gilson Souza also moved the community. Gilson, 38, was the owner of the regional Flash site of Castilho, had been suffering from severe headaches since last week, and was diagnosed with a brain tumor on Monday after an MRI. He did not resist surgery to remove the mass. The premature deaths are a reminder of how fragile and unpredictable life can be, and how the loss of people leaves a profound impact on their hometowns.
Janaina Pereira dos Santos, 36
October 6, 2023
So my new neighbor went to live with God last Thursday. She went out to shop but became ill and suffered a stroke. Yesterday, at 05:00 in the morning she passed away. She left 2 children. My god what sad news. Rest in peace Janaína.
PARAGUAY
Double blow to Paraguayan theater: Ede Colina and Juan Manuel Alcaraz die
October 6, 2023
The Paraguayan theater scene is filled with mourning with the news of the death of two of its great figures, the actress Ede Colina and the actor and producer Juan Manuel Alcaraz. Both, with their talent and passion for the performing arts, have left an irreplaceable void in the country's cultural scene. Ede Colina, 44 years old, who had been fighting an illness for a few months, left us today. Known for her versatility and dedication, Colina was part of various plays and films filmed in Paraguay, leaving an indelible mark in each role she played. Graduated from the Municipal School of Dramatic Art (EMAD), Colina participated in works such as “Un mundo de Cyranos”, “Domesticadas”, “Treinta”, “El Solterón”, “La Parada” and “The only blonde is me”. In addition, she ventured into cinema with films such as “Thanks Gauchito” and “King Kong in Asunción”. Nelson de Santaní, who directed her in several of her works, remembered her as a very consistent and technical actress.
On this day, the sad news of the death of Juan Manuel Alcaraz, actor and theater producer, was also known. With a long career in Paraguayan theater, Alcaraz participated in numerous works such as “Ña Candelaria”, “La Cabra y la Flor”, “Residentas”, “El timid”, “Sublime amor” and “El Grito de la luna”. In addition, he stood out in the production of several works by the Teatro Selecto company and in the film “Libertad, the Fight for Independence.” Both actors are remembered for their passion, dedication and contribution to Paraguayan theater. Their talent and legacy will continue to live on in the stories they told and in the hearts of those who had the opportunity to enjoy their art.
No cause of death reported.
ARGENTINA
A judge “died suddenly”:
Commotion over the death of the judge German Alegre
October 8, 2023
Commotion this Sunday over the death of the La Plata judge Julio German Alegre. He worked in the procurement of Public Ministry of Buenos Aires and also was professor of criminal law at the UNLP, the UBA and UCALP. Previously he had already worked as judge at court 4 of the judicial department of La Plata. German was 43, father of 3 boys, and followed in the footsteps of his father, who was president of students from 2002 till 2005.
No cause of death reported.
Diego Riberi, 50, the physical trainer of the River team, passed away
October 9, 2023
This Monday, the entire River world received a hard blow when they learned of the death of Diego Riberi, 50, the physical trainer of the squad who arrived in November 2022, along with Martín Demichelis. Riberi had cancer and unfortunately he couldn't fight that damn disease.
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A footballer “died suddenly”:
A 46-year-old footballer died while playing a match
October 8, 2023
A footballer from the Amateur League organized by the Club La Barranca de Santa Risa died yesterday after suffering a cardiac incident while playing a match at the Forestier Venue. The police identified him as Diego González, 46. The incident occurred while the match between Unión Deportiva and Barrio FC, in the Senior category of the Amateur League, was being played on court 3 of the sports facility. According to the subsequent medical reports, González suffered an incident when 29 minutes of the first half were being played, and collapsed on the court, with convulsions. The footballer was treated by the medical service and transferred by ambulance to the Evita hospital, during which resuscitation was performed continuously. Police sources reported that the player entered the health center "without vital signs" at 18.45, that he had suffered "a heart stoppage while playing on the Forestier Venue" and that "CPR maneuvers" were performed on him, without positive results.
CHILE
Playing football on a neighborhood court in the commune of San Rafael, a 15-year-old teenager dies, after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest
October 3, 2023
"I send all my love at this difficult time to the family of our little Agustín. Let them know that you have my unconditional support always”. With these sensitive words, the mayor of San Rafael, Claudia Díaz, offered her condolences to the family of the 15-year-old teenager, Agustín Andrés Acevedo González, who died last Sunday afternoon, while playing a soccer game, on the field located in Panque Abajo. According to witnesses, the young man suddenly collapsed and suffered a heart attack. Among the spectators, there was a paramedic woman who proceeded to perform the relevant maneuvers, while the SAMU arrived, which transferred him to the Talca Hospital, where despite all attempts to help him, he could not survive.
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