Feb 26 • 20:16 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Body with hands tied and gunshot wounds found on a barge in Icoaraci, district of Belém

A man's body was discovered with hands tied and gunshot wounds in Icoaraci, a district of Belém, Brazil.

In Icoaraci, a district of Belém, Brazil, the body of a 34-year-old man named Diego Nunes was found on Wednesday, the 25th. The police were alerted after an anonymous tip was received about a corpse floating in the river near a dock. Upon arrival, they discovered the body tethered to an abandoned barge, with his hands bound behind him and multiple gunshot wounds present.

According to the police, the tipster reported seeing the body while on a boat approaching the dock. However, when the authorities arrived, the individual who made the call could not be located. The condition of the corpse suggests a violent death, raising concerns about possible foul play. The investigation is focusing on determining the circumstances surrounding Nunes' death and identifying any suspects.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns about violence and crime in the region, emphasizing the need for increased law enforcement presence. The police are actively seeking further information from the public to assist with the investigation. The discovery has sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting discussions about safety and the prevalence of crime in Icoaraci and its surroundings.

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