Man is shot dead and woman is injured while attempting to escape in Bahia
A man was shot dead and a woman was injured while trying to flee in Coração de Maria, Bahia.
A tragic shooting incident occurred in Coração de Maria, Bahia, where a 35-year-old man, identified as Luis Carlos da Silva Santos, was killed. The event took place on Thursday night around 9:30 PM, leading to responses from the Military Police after reports of gunfire in the area. Sadly, Santos did not survive his injuries and died at the scene.
During the shooting, a woman attempted to escape but fell and sustained injuries. She was subsequently transported to the Municipal Hospital of Coração de Maria for treatment, but her injuries were reported to be not life-threatening. The local police have initiated a comprehensive investigation into the incident, including securing guidelines for forensic examination and conducting efforts to identify the shooter and the motive behind this violent act.
The ongoing investigation is being handled by the Territorial Delegation in Coração de Maria, as the community processes the impact of this violent crime. The authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward, underlining the importance of public cooperation in resolving such cases.