Francisco Marques dos Reis, a 51-year-old retired military police officer, was fatally shot at a site in the Tarumã neighborhood of West Manaus. This brutal act of violence took place on the evening of Friday, the 27th, when individuals disguised and armed with rifles executed him. Another unidentified man was also killed during this incident, which is currently under investigation by the Specialized Homicide and Kidnapping Police Station (DEHS).

Known as "Max," the retired officer had a controversial past, as he was convicted to more than 64 years in prison for his involvement in a massacre that occurred in 2015 in the Santa Etelvina neighborhood, where four individuals lost their lives during a land dispute between neighborhoods. Initially acquitted in a 2018 trial, his case was reopened after an appeal from the Public Ministry led to the annulment of his acquittal. This indicates ongoing complexities within Brazil's judicial system and highlights how past convictions can intersect violently with an individual's future.

The current investigation into his death raises questions about the possible motives behind the attack and whether it could be linked to his previous crimes. The involvement of masked gunmen and the use of rifles suggest a professional execution rather than a spontaneous act of violence. As Brazil grapples with high crime rates and a contentious relationship between law enforcement and the community, this incident could spark further discussions on police accountability and the legacy of violence in areas plagued by crime.