Feb 8 • 20:04 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

30-year-old man shot dead after fight in a rural road in Acre

A 30-year-old man named Ricardo Oliveira da Silva was shot dead following a domestic dispute in the rural area of Senador Guiomard, Acre, Brazil.

Ricardo Oliveira da Silva, a 30-year-old man, was found dead from a gunshot wound in a rural road in Senador Guiomard, Acre, on Saturday, October 7. The incident reportedly unfolded after a family dispute during a gathering where alcohol was consumed. Witnesses indicated that after an argument, Ricardo became aggressive and allegedly assaulted his wife.

The altercation escalated when a relative of the wife intervened, leading to a physical confrontation between the two men. It is during this struggle that the suspect brandished a firearm and shot Ricardo before fleeing the scene. When the local police arrived at the situation, they discovered Ricardo's lifeless body and secured the area for forensic examination.

The police initiated a search for the shooter who remains at large, as they investigate the events leading up to this violent incident. This case raises concerns about domestic violence and its often tragic consequences, emphasizing the need for effective measures to address such issues in Brazil, particularly in rural areas where resources may be limited.

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