Five people were arrested by the Federal Police in Brazil following the shooting of two tourists from Rio Grande do Sul in the municipality of Prado, located in southern Bahia. The police confirmed the arrests and reported that an additional seven individuals, including minors, were also taken to a police station for questioning. However, the exact motivations behind the arrests remain unclear as the investigation continues.

During the operation, the police recovered five firearms and several cell phones, which were reportedly buried in a dense forested area close to where the tourists were shot. The nature of the conflict in this region stems from ongoing disputes over land between indigenous populations and local farmers, a situation that has led to increased tensions and violence over the years. No further details have been disclosed regarding the future of the detainees or their potential charges.

The two tourists involved in this incident, who are aged 55 and 57, were enjoying a vacation in Corumbau, a popular tourist destination nearby. The shooting has raised concerns regarding safety in the area and the broader implications of land disputes in Brazil, particularly as tensions continue to mount between indigenous communities asserting their land rights and agricultural interests.