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Tramandaí man arrested for killing birds in public square

A man was arrested in Tramandaí, Rio Grande do Sul, after being caught near dead quero-quero birds in a square in the São José neighborhood. The incident occurred on a Saturday afternoon following reports of animal cruelty.

According to the Tramandaí Municipal Guard, the suspect was found holding an object resembling an umbrella handle near the deceased birds. During the encounter, the man reportedly confessed to killing the animals, claiming they were attempting to attack him. He also allegedly expressed an intention to kill more birds in the area.

The suspect resisted the officers, necessitating the use of handcuffs. During a search, authorities discovered a knife hidden in his sock, along with a broken glass bottle and an umbrella handle used in the attacks. The individual, who has prior records for arson and possession of a white weapon, was taken to a medical unit and subsequently transferred to the Civil Police Station of Tramandaí.

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Rio Grande do Sul · Tramandaí · Tramandaí Municipal Guard

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