SAA event in Roraima, Boa Vista area, Brazil on Thu 15th January 2026

15th January 2026

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On 15 January 2026, in Boa Vista (Roraima), unidentified gunmen killed a Venezuelan couple inside a residence in the Buritis neighborhood. The victims were found on a bed with multiple gunshot wounds; one died at the scene and the other died later in hospital. Both victims had prior criminal records for drug trafficking. Witnesses saw two suspects wearing black clothing fleeing on a motorcycle after the shooting. The motive for the attack remains unclear. 2 fatalities.

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Roraima ( Boa Vista area )

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