In a significant breakthrough, the Civil Police of Pernambuco arrested two men on suspicion of latrocínio, or robbery followed by murder, in Petrolina, a city located in the Sertão region of the state. The arrest took place in the city's center, near the historic Igreja Matriz, also known as the old part of Petrolina. The police emphasized that these arrests were made possible through diligent investigations that identified and located the suspects, who are believed to have been involved in a violent crime against a 32-year-old male resident.

The tragic incident occurred on the night of Thursday, the 20th, in Rua 23, where the perpetrators allegedly broke into the victim's home and took his life. The police also reported the recovery of significant evidence linked to the crime. They seized two firearms, along with magazines, a motorcycle, a helmet, and a mobile phone that belonged to the victim. This evidence further supports the case against the arrested individuals and raises concerns about the escalating violence in the area.

Following their arrest, the suspects were taken to a police station where they await a custody hearing. The implications of this crime and the response from local law enforcement highlight ongoing issues with violent crime in the region, prompting renewed discussions regarding safety and security measures in Petrolina and similar areas suffering from similar crimes.