Feb 26 • 11:10 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Young man providing services at school is shot dead in Greater São Luís; father is shot and teacher dies after heart attack

A young man was shot dead while providing services at a school in São José de Ribamar, with his father also injured, and a teacher dying from a heart attack after learning of the incident.

A tragic shooting incident occurred at the Municipal School Dário Santos in São José de Ribamar, where Mauro Sérgio Lisboa Reis Júnior was shot and killed while performing services with his father on March 25. The armed assailants invaded the school premises, targeting both the young man and his father, who was reportedly injured in the attack. Although the father was taken to a hospital and his condition is stable, the grave situation has sparked outrage in the community and raised concerns over safety in educational institutions.

In addition to the tragic loss of Mauro, the emotional impact of the incident led to the death of a teacher, Suely Gonçalves Rego, who suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after being informed about the shooting. This chain of events highlights the significant psychological stress that such violent occurrences can impose on educators and students alike. The devastating news and the violent environment are creating a sense of vulnerability within the school community.

In response to the tragedy, the local government declared a period of official mourning, reflecting the deep sorrow and unrest in the community over this violence. As law enforcement investigates the attack, there are calls for better security measures in schools and a broader discussion about gun violence and safety in the region, highlighting a critical societal issue that requires urgent attention.

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