When arrested, man says he stabbed an acquaintance after being hit with a broomstick in Jaíba
A 62-year-old man in Jaíba was arrested for killing a 79-year-old man with a knife during a fight that escalated after an argument while they were drinking.
In Jaíba, Brazil, a 62-year-old man was apprehended by the police after fatally stabbing another man, aged 79, in the neck. The incident occurred on Wednesday, October 25, during a confrontation that arose while both men were consuming alcohol in a bar located in the Horta neighborhood. Witnesses reported that after initially arguing, the men left the bar and relocated to another venue, where their altercation intensified due to previous grievances, leading to the violent encounter.
The accused confessed to the crime, explaining that he was struck with a broomstick by the victim before he retaliated by stabbing him. When police arrived at the scene, they found a woman attempting to assist the wounded man, who still showed vital signs. Emergency services were notified, and while the victim was transported to a local hospital, he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter.
The suspect remained at the scene and was arrested without resistance. Officials recovered the knife used in the attack from him, indicating the brutal nature of the assault. This tragic event highlights the potential for violence stemming from seemingly trivial disputes, especially in social settings involving alcohol, and underscores the ongoing issues related to domestic violence and public safety in the region.