CHAPADINHA, MARANHÃO, BRAZIL – AUGUST 19, 2025 In the square of the Caterpillar neighborhood, a young woman identified as Karla Patrícia, also known by the nickname “Japa,” was murdered. An unknown armed assailant approached her from behind while she was sitting on a bench and fired several shots aimed at her head. When Karla fell dead to the ground, he fled the scene. Special forensic police teams were called to the location to carry out standard procedures to collect biological evidence of the perpetrator.
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- Crime scene photo
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- Karla Patrícia
Just a few days later, a group of four men was arrested in connection with her murder. Two 9mm pistols were found with them, one of which had its serial number scraped off. The weapons will undergo forensic examination to determine whether they were used in this murder.
Although the investigation is ongoing, neighborhood rumors and social media discussions suggest that the victim may have been involved in illegal drug trade. However, these claims have not been verified.
