Soldier Dies in Parachute Training Accident in Goiás, Brazil

Goiás, Brazil - A soldier died during a parachute training exercise in Mozarlândia, Goiás, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The incident occurred during Operation SACI, a training exercise involving the Parachute Infantry Brigade. According to a statement released by the Eastern Military Command's Social Communication Section (CML), an internal administrative process has been initiated to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death. "We are deeply saddened by the loss," said a spokesperson for the CML. "We extend our deepest condolences to the soldier's family and are providing all necessary support." A video obtained by GloboNews shows the moment of the jump. The soldier, identified as a 23-year-old man from Rio de Janeiro, fell into a reservoir and drowned. The Civil Police and the IMl from Goiás City are handling the investigation. A police delegate stated, "We are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of this tragic accident." The military is also conducting its own investigation. This underscores the inherent risks of military parachute training and the importance of rigorous safety protocols.