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world21 days ago•3 min saved

Disguised killer nabbed in Brazil after 30-hour manhunt, linked to 16 deaths

Brazilian police captured 33-year-old Jorlan Lopes da Silva after a 30-hour manhunt in Paraiba, while he was disguised as a woman and carrying a baby; authorities confirmed his involvement in 16 killings in the region since May (11 confessed), though he claimed up to 80 victims. Two other men were arrested in connection with the case. He could face up to 40 years in prison.

via CBS News|

#brazil #disguise #paraiba

weather5 months ago•2 min saved

NE Brazil floods leave six dead, thousands displaced

Heavy rains in northeastern Brazil have left at least six people dead and about 3,000 displaced, mainly in Pernambuco and Paraiba as floods and landslides hit Recife, Olinda, Joao Pessoa and Campina Grande. Authorities issued 22 emergency alerts and raised the response to maximum, with President Lula offering support. The event adds to a record of rising rain-related disasters in Brazil, including studies showing floods have tripled since 1991.

via Al Jazeera|

#brazil #floods #northeast-brazil