Man suspected of attempted homicide in Brazil detained by PJ in Lisbon
A 26-year-old man was detained in Lisbon by the PJ under an international warrant, suspected of shooting at a victim in Espírito Santo in 2021.
Man wanted by Brazil captured in morning operation in capital
The Judicial Police detained a 26-year-old man this morning in Lisbon who was wanted by Brazilian authorities on suspicion of attempted homicide, the PJ announced in a statement.
According to RTP, the detainee was covered by an international arrest warrant issued by Brazil. The facts date back to August 2021 and occurred in a city in the State of Espírito Santo.
"Investigations indicate that the now detainee fired multiple shots at the victim with the intention of causing their death, the motive for the crime being directly related to a dispute involving drug trafficking," the PJ stated.
According to the Brazilian authorities, the homicide was not completed due to "circumstances beyond the presumed perpetrator's control".
The suspect will be brought before the Lisbon Court of Appeal for the application of a precautionary measure.
Source: RTP