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[CRIME] · Brazil · 2 sources

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Guarantã do Norte: Man fatally stabbed by partner's ex-husband

Antônio Deles Costa da Silva, 61, was killed by a knife attack at his residence in Guarantã do Norte, Brazil, on Friday afternoon. The suspect, identified as the 26-year-old ex-husband of the victim's partner, allegedly entered the home after jumping over a gate.

According to police reports, the suspect confronted the woman regarding access to their shared daughter. While the woman was briefly away to retrieve the child, the suspect entered a bedroom and threatened the victim with a pocketknife. A confrontation ensued, during which the suspect allegedly stabbed the victim multiple times. Despite being transported to the Municipal Hospital of Guarantã do Norte by firefighters, the victim succumbed to his injuries.

The suspect fled the scene on a motorcycle. Military Police seized a black I-Traxx 50 motorcycle found at the suspect's residence during their investigation. Authorities are currently searching for the perpetrator.

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Antônio Deles Costa da Silva · Civil Police · Guarantã do Norte · Military Police