Feb 18 β€’ 14:40 UTC πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil G1 (PT)

Motorcycle men are targeted in shooting attack in Taiobeiras, and one dies

Two men were shot while riding a motorcycle in Taiobeiras, Brazil, resulting in one death and one injury.

In Taiobeiras, Brazil, a shooting incident occurred on the night of Tuesday, October 17th, where two men on a motorcycle were targeted. Security cameras captured four suspects making their way down the street just before the crime took place. One of the victims, Ivan Xavier Santos, aged 40, died at the scene from his injuries, while the other victim was taken to Hospital Santo AntΓ΄nio for treatment.

The police investigation revealed that the assailants included individuals on foot and one riding a bicycle. As they confronted the victims, multiple shots were fired with two firearms apparently used in the attack. After being wounded, both victims managed to fall off their motorcycle and attempted to flee in different directions. One of the assailants pursued them, continuing to shoot during the chase, before the suspects ultimately fled the scene, taking the motorcycle with them.

The motorcycle was later discovered abandoned in a vacant lot, indicating that the assailants may have planned the attack beforehand. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding violence and criminal activity within the region, prompting local authorities to increase patrols and security measures in response to such brazen attacks on the community.

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