Reyam Lucas, a 27-year-old footballer for Soneca Paredao, died after jumping from a natural waterfall in Itubera, in the state of Bahia, Brazil. The amateur player, who was also a content creator with more than 20,400 followers on Instagram, entered the water in the area known as Pancada Grande, a waterfall renowned for its height.
After diving in, he did not return to the surface, which raised the alarm and a search operation was launched. After several hours of searching, his body was found in the same place.
Reyam Lucas died from possible accidental drowning
Authorities indicated that while initial indications point to a possible accidental drowning (he was probably swept away by the current and drowned), the case will be subjected to a formal autopsy to determine the cause of death.
Pancada Grande waterfall is one of the best-known natural spots on the coast of Bahia and stands out for its height, which makes it a tourist attraction in the region.
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