A community dog named Branquinha died after being found injured, suspected of having been stabbed, in Iguaba Grande, Brazil, prompting local concern and police investigation.
In Iguaba Grande, located in the Lakes Region of Rio de Janeiro, a community dog named Branquinha has tragically died after being found wounded, suspected to be the victim of a stab wound. The dog had been receiving veterinary care for two days after being rescued by city officials on November 11, when it was discovered injured near a car wash in the Tamariz Park area. Local animal protection officials reported that the dog had likely suffered a knife wound to the back, which led to its eventual demise.