Suspect in Campo Verde double homicide dies after police confrontation

Juan da Silva, a suspect in a double homicide in Campo Verde, Mato Grosso, died following a confrontation with military police on Monday. Silva was wanted for the fatal shooting of Karia Pratt Garcia, 55, a bar owner, and Irineu Ananias Silverio, 52, a customer, at the Sociedade do Gole establishment on Sunday.

Security footage captured the suspect arriving on a motorcycle and opening fire on the victims. Following the crime, Silva fled toward Chapada dos Guimarães. Police located him at a rural property near the 28 de Outubro Settlement. During the approach, Silva reportedly fired at officers, who returned fire. Although he was transported to Coração de Jesus Hospital with vital signs, he succumbed to his injuries.

Authorities seized a .38 caliber revolver, various types of ammunition, and black powder at the scene. The Civil Police are investigating the circumstances of the confrontation.