Feb 21 • 16:19 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Two young men are stabbed during carnival block in Porto Velho

Two young men were injured after being stabbed during the Canal Remix carnival block in Porto Velho.

In an unfortunate incident during the Canal Remix carnival block in Porto Velho, Brazil, two young men were stabbed early Saturday morning. The stabbing occurred near the carnival circuit on Avenida Pinheiro Machado, where the festivities are held, leaving the victims with injuries to their arms and abdomen. According to their report, the assailant approached them silently before attacking with a knife.

The assailant fled the scene immediately after the attack, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The victims were taken to Hospital e Pronto-Socorro João Paulo II for treatment. Local law enforcement, specifically the Civil Police of Rondônia, has launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the suspect, as concerns about violence during public celebrations rise.

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of safety during public events in Brazil, particularly during carnival season when large gatherings are commonplace. Authorities are under pressure to ensure the safety of participants in these festive occasions, and the investigation's outcome may influence public confidence in security measures during such events in the future.

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