The Civil Police of Goiás confirmed the death of 8-year-old Benício Araújo Machado on Friday, following a tragic incident in which he was shot by his father, Thales Naves Alves Machado, the government secretary of Itumbiara. Benício had been in critical condition in the ICU of the state's hospital since the night of Wednesday, when he was shot alongside his older brother, Miguel Araújo Machado, 12, who succumbed to his injuries the following day. Both siblings were shot in their family's condominium, leading to the investigation being classified as a case of double homicide followed by suicide.

Authorities have reported that Thales fired at his two sons during the early hours of Thursday and then took his own life. The incident has shocked the local community, prompting a thorough inquiry by the Homicide Investigation Group of Itumbiara. As the investigation develops, police have indicated that there are currently no signs of third-party involvement in the tragic events.

The tragic loss of both children has left a profound impact on the community, especially during the funeral of Miguel, which was attended by many people who mourned the unbearable loss and the implications of such violence in a family. As the investigation proceeds, the community's need for support and understanding in the aftermath of this heartbreaking incident has become a focal point for local discussions about mental health and familial discord. The role of community resources in providing assistance and intervention in similar situations may also come under scrutiny as a potential path forward for prevention.