Man is arrested suspected of shooting and killing son after argument in Salto
A 62-year-old man was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing his 39-year-old son following an argument in Salto, Brazil.
A tragic incident unfolded in Salto, São Paulo, where a 62-year-old man was arrested for allegedly shooting his son, aged 39, after a heated argument. The altercation reportedly began over a potential incident of harassment involving the suspect and escalated into a physical confrontation, necessitating intervention from family members. After being separated, the father returned and shot his son in the mouth, resulting in the son's death at the scene.
Following the shooting, the suspect left the murder weapon—a .32 caliber rifle—on the kitchen table and fled the scene. The police later located him and took him to a medical evaluation before formally arresting him on homicide charges. Notably, the rifle used in the crime was unregistered, raising further concerns about the circumstances leading to the tragic event.
This incident has shocked the local community and highlights ongoing issues related to domestic violence and gun control in Brazil. The authorities in Salto, along with police in Itu where the case has been registered, are now tasked with further investigation and ensuring justice for the victim's family during this distressing time.