Benício Araújo Machado, aged 8, passed away after being hospitalized in critical condition following a shooting incident involving his father, Thales Naves Alves Machado, the Secretary of Government in Itumbiara. This tragic event occurred in the family's home, where Thales reportedly shot his two sons before turning the gun on himself. The situation turned increasingly dire when the older brother, 12-year-old Miguel Araújo Machado, also succumbed to his injuries inflicted by their father shortly before.

The police confirmed the untimely deaths, which have shaken the community deeply. Thales was found to have posted a farewell message on social media prior to the incident, which he deleted shortly afterward, leading family members to discover the aftermath of the shooting. The incident has drawn attention not only for its tragic nature but also for its implications regarding mental health and the responsibilities held by those in positions of authority.

Thales, who is related to the city’s mayor, Dione Araújo, further complicates the tragedy as it underlines the pervasive issues surrounding domestic violence that can affect individuals in perceived positions of stability and power. The implications of this case on local governance and public trust in political figures remain to be seen as the community processes this heartbreaking event.