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Two public servants in Brazil removed after threatening to poison Indigenous people

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Briefings

Two Brazilian officials in Tacuru, Mato Grosso do Sul, were suspended after allegedly threatening to poison Indigenous water supplies following Lula's election victory. Activists argue this constitutes ongoing violence against Indigenous peoples, with the case under investigation by the Federal Police and MPF. The suspension was deemed insufficient to curb violence, prompting calls for stronger measures.

Key points

• Two officials in Tacuru, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, were suspended for 20 days after allegedly threatening to poison water supplies used by the Guarani-Kaiowa Indigenous people.
• Activists report that the suspension is insufficient to end violence, with the case under investigation by the Federal Police and MPF.

Context

This incident occurred in Brazil after Lula's election victory, where two officials allegedly sent WhatsApp messages threatening to poison Indigenous water supplies. The case is under investigation by the Federal Police and MPF.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to reports from APIB and Mongabay; specific details on the nature of the threats remain unverified. Activists note the suspension was insufficient to curb violence, and the full scope of the investigation is not fully detailed.

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