Brazil's Top Court Evacuated After Two Nearby Explosions, Man Dead
What Happened?
Brazil's top court, the Supreme Federal Court (STF), was evacuated on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, after two explosions occurred near the building in the capital city of Brasília.
The first explosion occurred around 11:30 am local time, followed by a second explosion a few minutes later. There were no reports of injuries or deaths immediately after the explosions.
Who Was Killed?
On Thursday, December 22, 2022, it was confirmed that a man had died in the explosions. The man, identified as 59-year-old George Washington de Oliveira Sousa, was found dead in a truck that was parked near the STF building.
Sousa was a known supporter of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and had been camping outside the STF building for several days prior to the explosions.
Investigation
The explosions are being investigated by the Brazilian Federal Police. Police have not yet determined the cause of the explosions or who is responsible.
However, police have said that they are treating the explosions as a terrorist attack. They are also investigating whether Sousa was involved in the planning or execution of the attack.
Reactions
The explosions have been condemned by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and other top government officials.
Lula da Silva has vowed to bring those responsible for the explosions to justice. He has also called for calm and unity in the country.
The explosions have also been condemned by the international community. The United States, the European Union, and the United Nations have all issued statements condemning the attack.
Conclusion
The explosions near the STF building in Brasília are a serious threat to democracy in Brazil. The explosions have been condemned by Brazilian and international leaders, and police are investigating the incident as a terrorist attack.
It is important to remain calm and united during this time. The Brazilian people must work together to ensure that those responsible for the explosions are brought to justice and that democracy is protected in Brazil.
