On Saturday morning, five individuals who were injured in a homemade bomb explosion on Ilha do Governador were discharged from the Hospital Evandro Freire. This incident occurred on Friday, when an explosive device detonated after a bus driver opened a bag left at a bus stop. In addition to the five hospitalized at Evandro Freire, three others were injured and treated at the Hospital Getúlio Vargas, where they were also later released.

The explosive, which was reportedly contained within a backpack, detonated upon being handled, raising serious concerns about public safety on the island. The event took place near the Base of Naval Soldiers, specifically on Travessa Costa Carvalho. The local authorities have confirmed that the explosion was accidental but have initiated an investigation at the 37th Police Station to uncover the circumstances leading to this alarming incident.

In response to the explosion, the Bomb Squad from the Special Resources Coordination was called to the site to investigate further. This incident underscores the need for heightened awareness and caution in handling suspicious packages, particularly in areas populated by civilians. The aftermath of the explosion will likely lead to increased security measures and public advisories to prevent similar occurrences in the future.