In Cabo Frio, Brazil, a man had gold necklaces valued at R$ 34,000 violently removed from his neck while he was at a local bar late at night. The incident occurred around 2:45 AM on the eve of the city's official Carnaval festivities and included a gunshot fired into the air by the assailant, which created widespread panic among patrons.

The victim described the alarming moment when the thief approached quickly from behind and forcefully pulled the necklaces off his neck. During the encounter, he instinctively attempted to defend himself, getting up and using a chair for protection. Fortunately for him, he avoided more severe losses as he was wearing additional jewelry that could have been taken during the robbery.

This event highlights not only the rise in criminal activities in the area but also the alarming impact of such crimes on community safety, especially with the Carnaval celebrations approaching. Local authorities are likely to increase security measures to ensure public safety during the event and prevent further incidents like this one.