Professional bodybuilder Andre Cavalcanti tragically passed away in Brazil last week following a motorcycle crash involving a teen driver.
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He was 34 years old.
According to The U.S. Sun, the tragic accident occurred on the BR-369 between Ibipora and Jataizinho on Friday, July 5.
Local police chief Vitor Dutra stated the accident occurred after a 17-year-old overtook and crashed head-on into the motorcycle carrying Andre Cavalcanti. The bodybuilder reportedly died at the scene.
The parents of the 17-year-old were allegedly unaware that the young driver had taken their vehicle He was with a 15-year-old and another 17-year-old when the crash occurred.
All three minors were taken to a nearby hospital for unspecific injuries. Authorities also stated the 17-year-old driver could be treated as an adult and charged with a crime similar to homicide.
Cavalcanti’s death comes less than three months after Portuguese bodybuilder Marco Luis died at the age of 46. His wife confirmed that he died while in Cologne, Germany.
“As Marco died in a foreign country, I will have to bring his body back to Portugal after it is released which may take a few days,” his wife, Mariza Luis, stated, per The U.S. Sun. “Thank you in advance for all the support I’ve received, you’ve been tireless. I ask for everyone’s understanding at this difficult time and please I ask for respect.”
The cause of his death was not revealed.
Bodybuilders Organization Pays Tribute to Andre Cavalcanti Following His Unexpected Death
Following the news of Andre Cavalcanti’s sudden passing, the International Federal of Bodybuilders for the state of Parana took to Instagram to pay tribute to the late athlete.
“It is with great sadness that we announce that our PRO SUPPORT athlete, Andre Cavalcanti, passed away this morning in a motorcycle accident,” the post reads. “He lived such a young life, full of plans. We ask God to comfort his family with the news of this tragedy.”
The post continued, “Andre was a great athlete, friend, partner and will always be remembered as the honest and dedicated person that he was. We have suffered a great loss here on Earth, but Heaven has a gift. Confident in eternity and in God’s mercy, let us pray to Our Father for him.”
Fans also shared their condolences. “May God comfort the hearts of the family members,” one fan wrote. “Andre needs our prayers now. If you can, raise a candle and pray for him, so he will know even more how dear he was by us, here on earth.”
Another fan then added, “Great athlete! May God receive you with his infinite mercy and comfort the hearts of those who stayed!”