The tragic incident in Itumbiara is centered around the mayor Dione Araújo, who is also the grandfather of the two young victims, Miguel and Benício. The children were found dead in their home, allegedly killed by their father, Thales Nav, who had shared a concerning farewell post on Instagram shortly before the incident. The Instagram post led the authorities to suspect the nature of the circumstances surrounding the children's deaths, prompting a swift investigation.