# Threats and violence against Guarani Kaiowá indigenous land > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/alleged-water-poisoning-threats-against-indigenous-territory > Updated: 2026-11-03T03:00:38.000Z. Sources: 100. Developments: 5. Following the 2026 presidential elections, investigations were launched into audio recordings suggesting threats to poison the water supply of Guarani Kaiowá indigenous communities in Tacuru, Mato Grosso do Sul. In response to recordings where individuals allegedly suggested placing poison in the water supplying Sossoró village, Mayor Rogério Torquetti initiated an administrative procedure to suspend a municipal employee. The mayor previously described the incident as a “misunderstanding” caused by post-election euphoria and alcohol, but confirmed the individuals are prohibited from entering indigenous communities. Recent developments indicate that two municipal employees have reportedly confessed to the Federal Police following the emergence of the audio recordings. These employees have since been suspended from their duties. In Jaguapiré village, Tacuru, the home of 90-year-old healer Ñandesy Roberta was destroyed by a criminal fire, an act Apib describes as a violation of indigenous rights and religious freedom due to the destruction of sacred ritual instruments. Federal deputies Sônia Guajajara and Célia Xakriabá have filed urgent requests with the Ministries of Justice and Indigenous Peoples, the Federal Public Ministry, and the Superior Electoral Court, demanding accountability. In response to the escalating situation, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ordered a ministerial delegation to visit affected territories. To protect Guarani Kaiowá communities, the federal government has expanded the presence of the National Force in Mato Grosso do Sul. Minister of Justice Wellington César Lima e Silva announced the deployment of 145 agents to the Sassoró, Taquaperi, and Limão Verde villages. The National Force will implement a “Minuto a Minuto” (Minute by Minute) protocol, ensuring teams are ready for immediate deployment. Additionally, the Articulation of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil (Apib) has recorded over 30 cases of violence against indigenous communities in the post-election period. ## Claims - A municipal employee in Tacuru was suspended following an audio recording suggesting the poisoning of indigenous water supplies. (reported by 10 sources) - Two municipal employees in Tacuru confessed to the Federal Police that they recorded audio threats to poison water. (reported by 1 source) - The house of 90-year-old spiritual leader Ñandesy Roberta was burned in Jaguapiré village, Tacuru. (reported by 21 sources) - The fire destroyed sacred ritual instruments of the Kaiowá and Guarani peoples. (reported by 20 sources) - The Federal Police and Federal Public Ministry are investigating the reported violence and threats. (reported by 20 sources) - Audio messages allegedly from municipal employees in Tacuru suggested poisoning indigenous water supplies. (reported by 18 sources) - The Articulation of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil (Apib) filed a complaint regarding the incident. (reported by 17 sources) - More than 30 cases of violence were reported by Apib following the election second round. (reported by 16 sources) - Federal Deputy Célia Xakriabá requested investigations into alleged water poisoning in Guarani Kaiowá territory. (reported by 13 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-03: Guarani-Kaiowá communities face violence in Mato Grosso do Sul Federal Police are investigating reports of arson, water contamination threats, and killings targeting Guarani-Kaiowá indigenous communities in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guarani-kaiow-communities-face-violence-in-mato-grosso-do-sul ### 2026-11-01: Mato Grosso do Sul: National Force deployed to protect indigenous villages Brazil is deploying 145 National Force agents to Mato Grosso do Sul to protect indigenous villages following threats to poison water supplies and reports of political violence. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-announces-national-force-reinforcement-for-guarani-kaiow-villages ### 2026-10-30: Brazil expands National Force to protect Guarani Kaiowá villages Brazil is deploying the National Force to Mato Grosso do Sul to protect Guarani Kaiowá villages following reports of post-election violence, including threats to poison water supplies and arson attacks. 74 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-authorities-investigate-attacks-against-indigenous-communities ### 2026-10-28: Guarani Kaiowá indigenous people report violence and water poisoning threats Guarani Kaiowá indigenous groups in Mato Grosso do Sul report post-election violence, including five murders and threats to poison community water supplies. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guarani-kaiow-territory-faces-alleged-water-poisoning ### 2026-10-27: Tacuru Mayor initiates investigation after audio suggests poisoning indigenous water The mayor of Tacuru is suspending a municipal employee after audio recordings surfaced in which individuals suggested poisoning the water supply of the Sossoró indigenous community. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tacuru-mayor-initiates-investigation-after-audio-suggests-poisoning-indigenous-water --- Cite as: Threats and violence against Guarani Kaiowá indigenous land. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/alleged-water-poisoning-threats-against-indigenous-territory