In a tragic incident in the Benedito Bentes neighborhood of Maceió, a wheelchair user was shot and killed on Sunday, November 8. The victim suffered two gunshot wounds to the back and one to the neck, leading to a swift response from law enforcement. Although the identity of the victim has not been disclosed, reports indicate that he had a criminal history and was reportedly receiving death threats prior to the incident.

The Military Police responded to the scene but found the man already dead. Family members informed officers that he had previous encounters with the law and was currently in a precarious situation regarding his safety. Witnesses reported that the shooter was not identified, leaving the investigation in its early stages. Forensic teams, including those from the Legal Medical Institute (IML) and the Criminalistics Institute, were dispatched to gather evidence and handle the body.

This incident highlights the ongoing issues of violence and crime in the area and raises concerns about the safety of vulnerable individuals, particularly those who are disadvantaged, such as the wheelchair user. The lack of identifiable suspects adds to the urgency for effective law enforcement and community safety measures to prevent further violence in neighborhoods like Benedito Bentes.