Key Facts
- ✓ Two men, aged 80 and 52, were found murdered with stab wounds at a rural property in the Bela Aliança neighborhood of Rio do Sul.
- ✓ The victims were identified as Nicanor Schroeder and Sidnei Rosa, who lived in separate residences on the same land.
- ✓ Police suspect the killings occurred on the night of January 18, prior to the discovery of the bodies on the afternoon of January 19.
- ✓ A shotgun was stolen from the property and is believed to have been used in a robbery at a bakery in Presidente Getúlio on the same day the bodies were found.
- ✓ Suspects in the bakery robbery have been arrested, and authorities are investigating their potential involvement in the double homicide.
- ✓ The Delegacia de Investigação Criminal (DIC) is leading the investigation, treating the case as a double homicide and robbery.
Quick Summary
A tragic double homicide has shocked the community of Rio do Sul in the Alto Vale do Itajaí region. The bodies of two men were discovered on a rural property in the Bela Aliança neighborhood, marking a violent end to what authorities believe began as a robbery.
The victims, an elderly father and his son, were found with multiple stab wounds. The investigation, led by the Polícia Civil, has quickly evolved from a local crime scene into a complex case linking the murders to a violent robbery in a neighboring city.
The Discovery
The grim discovery was made on the afternoon of Monday, January 19. The bodies of Nicanor Schroeder, 80, and Sidnei Rosa, 52, were found at a sítio (rural property) where they lived in separate residences on the same land.
Authorities located the body of the older victim inside his home, while the younger man's body was recovered from a nearby lagoon. Both showed clear signs of violence, specifically stab wounds across their bodies.
The scene was processed by officers from the Delegacia de Investigação Criminal (DIC). The initial assessment pointed toward a latrocínio—a robbery resulting in death—due to the violent nature of the attack and the missing items from the property.
"Analisando elementos de informação produzidos durante a apuração de ambos os fatos, surgiu a suspeita de que as mortes poderiam ter alguma ligação com o crime de roubo."
— Delegacia de Investigação Criminal (DIC)
The Robbery Connection
Investigators quickly uncovered a crucial link between the murders and a separate crime. On the same day the bodies were found, a bakery in the neighboring city of Presidente Getúlio was robbed.
The DIC is investigating whether the perpetrators of the robbery are the same individuals responsible for the double homicide. The connection was established through the weapon used in the bakery heist.
Analyzing information elements produced during the investigation of both facts, the suspicion arose that the deaths could have some connection with the robbery crime.
Police believe that Nicanor Schroeder and Sidnei Rosa were killed during the night of January 18. Following the murders, a shotgun was stolen from the property. This specific firearm was subsequently identified as the weapon used in the bakery robbery the following day.
Investigation Status
The Polícia Civil has made significant progress in identifying the perpetrators. Based on the cross-referencing of evidence from both the homicide scene and the bakery robbery, authorities have identified the suspects.
The individuals believed to be responsible for the robbery were arrested in the act (flagrante delicto). While the arrest was for the robbery, the evidence gathered has strengthened the case against them for the murders as well.
The investigation is now focused on producing technical elements to conclude the Inquérito Policial (Police Inquiry) regarding the double homicide and the concealment of the bodies. As of the latest reports, no further information regarding specific suspects has been released to the public.
Community Impact
The violent deaths of Nicanor Schroeder and Sidnei Rosa have sent ripples through the rural community of Bela Aliança. The fact that the victims were family members living on the same property adds a layer of tragedy to the already brutal nature of the crime.
Rural properties, often characterized by their isolation, can be vulnerable targets for violent crime. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by residents in the Alto Vale do Itajaí region.
While the community mourns the loss of two of its members, the swift action by the Polícia Civil offers a measure of reassurance. The identification and arrest of suspects in a related crime demonstrate the effectiveness of coordinated investigative work across jurisdictions.
Looking Ahead
The investigation into the deaths of Nicanor Schroeder and Sidnei Rosa is entering a critical phase. With suspects already in custody for the related robbery, the focus will shift to linking them definitively to the homicides through forensic evidence and witness testimony.
The Polícia Civil continues to gather evidence to build a comprehensive case. The community awaits further details as the legal process moves forward, hoping for justice for the two victims and closure for their families.
"Dessa forma, foi identificada a autoria dos crimes, os autores foram presos em flagrante pelo crime de roubo e agora a investigação terá continuidade com a produção de elementos técnicos para conclusão do Inquérito Policial do latrocínio e da ocultação de cadáver."
— Polícia Civil
