Feb 17 • 13:24 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Man is shot dead in Resende

A 36-year-old man was shot dead in Resende, Brazil, with authorities investigating the murder that occurred in the Vila Moderna neighborhood.

On Monday night, a 36-year-old man was tragically shot dead in the Vila Moderna neighborhood of Resende, Rio de Janeiro. The local police were alerted to a possible homicide and responded promptly to the scene where they discovered the victim's body, which bore gunshot wounds to the head. Witnesses reported that assailants, whose faces were covered, emerged from a white vehicle and opened fire on the victim before fleeing the scene.

Following the police's initial response, a forensic team was dispatched to gather evidence that could assist in the ongoing investigation into this disturbing homicide. The fire department was also called to the scene at approximately 11:55 PM to help with the removal of the body from Rua Senhor dos Passos, which was subsequently taken to the Medical Legal Institute in Volta Redonda for an autopsy.

As of the time this report was produced, no suspects had been apprehended, and the police are continuing their inquiries to track down those responsible for this violent crime. This shooting incident adds to concerns about safety and rising violence in urban areas like Resende, necessitating community and police collaboration to address such criminal acts and enhance public safety.

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