On the night of Friday, the 20th, a 20-year-old man lost his life during a gunfight with the Military Police after he attempted to evade a police approach in the Marcílio de Noronha neighborhood of Viana, which is part of the Greater Vitória area. The event unfolded when the Tactical Force of the 17th Independent Company received intelligence regarding a house in the neighborhood being used by individuals from Vila Garrido, located in Vila Velha, as a base for drug trafficking operations.

In response to the gathered intelligence, police officers established surveillance in the area. As events transpired, two men were observed at the entrance of the identified residence. Upon noticing the approaching police vehicles, the men opened fire on the officers, leading to a return of fire. During the exchange, one suspect managed to flee armed, but left behind a .380 caliber pistol magazine loaded with ten intact rounds. This suspect has not been apprehended yet.

Conversely, the second suspect attempted to escape but was shot during the confrontation. Police successfully seized his weapon, and further investigations into the incident and the broader implications regarding drug activities in the area are ongoing as public safety remains a pressing concern in the region.