15-Year-Old Footballer Killed in Shooting After Friendly Match in Brazil
A 15-year-old Brazilian footballer, Micael Leandro da Silva, was reportedly killed after a friendly tournament match in Maceió, Brazil. Police said he was not the intended target. Gunmen allegedly opened fire after the match, injuring several people. Micael was taken to hospital but later died from his injuries. Investigators suspect the attack may be linked to rival drug trafficking gangs, though police said there is no indication that Micael was involved in criminal activity. He had played in São Paulo FC’s youth academy and was preparing to join Retrô FC Brasil. Police are interviewing witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage. No arrests have been announced.
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