Anápolis police arrest two suspects in fatal shooting of couple

Two suspects, aged 20 and 28, have been arrested following the fatal shooting of a couple in front of their beverage distribution business in the Maracanã neighborhood of Anápolis, Goiás.

The victims, 25-year-old Hiago Almeida dos Santos and 24-year-old Ana Carolina Maia Nogueira, were targeted on Sunday afternoon, October 18. Hiago was struck by six shots and died at the scene, while Ana Carolina succumbed to her injuries after being transported to the Hospital Municipal Alfredo Abrahão.

According to initial investigations, the attack was carried out by two men on a motorcycle. The suspects were located in the neighboring municipality of Campo Limpo de Goiás. Police seized a motorcycle, a pistol, and a revolver during the operation. One suspect reportedly confessed to participating in the crime. Authorities believe the motive may be linked to drug trafficking disputes, noting that the victims had prior records related to the trade.