Brazilian professor was visiting the United States on business. During a tour of an architecture museum, he ended up in a fatal accident.
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20/10/2026
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Um university professor and rector of PUCPR – Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, in Brazil, died during a guided visit to a museum in Arizona, United States, after being hit by an acrylic object.
Rogério Renato Mateucci was hit by an acrylic plate pulled from a roof by strong winds, says the G1.
The accident happened on Friday, when the 55-year-old man was visiting the Taliesin West Museum in Scottsdale, United States.
The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, responsible for space, lamented the death and reported that Scottsdale police are investigating the case. He also indicated that the museum was temporarily closed after the tragedy.
The professor would be in the United States on a work trip and should attend an event at the University of Arizona.
In a note, PUCPR lamented the death and asked for prayers for the dean and his family and friends.
“The University asks for prayers for Brother Rogério’s eternal rest and for the comfort of his family, friends and the entire marist and university community,” the institution said.