Feb 11 • 16:25 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Man shot dead in public square in Buri

A 43-year-old man named Ezequiel Schneider dos Santos was shot and killed in a public square in Buri, São Paulo, with police investigating the incident.

In a tragic incident on the night of October 10, a 43-year-old man named Ezequiel Schneider dos Santos was fatally shot at Praça do Cristo Redentor in Buri, São Paulo. Witnesses reported hearing four gunshots, prompting them to contact the authorities. Upon arrival, the police discovered Schneider's body on the ground with gunshot wounds.

Emergency services were called to the scene, but unfortunately, Schneider was declared dead upon their arrival. His body was subsequently transported to the Instituto Médico Legal (IML) in Sorocaba for an autopsy and forensic examination. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and as of the latest updates, there have been no suspects apprehended in connection with the case.

The local police department is actively investigating the homicide, seeking any leads or witnesses who could provide information about the shooting. This incident highlights ongoing issues related to firearm violence in urban areas of Brazil, and its impact on community safety and well-being. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in solving this case.

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