Brazilian police arrest suspected masterminds behind the killing of councilwoman-turned-icon
Arrests made in killing of Rio councilwoman Marielle Franco.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Two suspects linked to the killing of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco in 2018 have been arrested by Brazil’s federal police. Federal deputy Chiquinho Brazão and his brother Domingos Brazão, known to have connections to criminal militias, are suspected of ordering the hit against Franco. The arrests come after the shooter’s confession as part of a plea bargain. The investigation faced challenges, with allegations of obstruction. Franco, a black, bisexual activist, gained international recognition for her work against police brutality. The arrests have been a long-awaited development in a case that has sparked public outcry in Brazil.