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Radio DJ shot and killed during live broadcast

Popular Brazilian radio DJ Gleydson Carvalho was recently shot and killed during one of his live broadcasts, (via Daily Mail).

According to ConsequenceOfSound, two gunmen entered the studios of Liberdade FM in Camocin around 12:40 p.m. local time on Thursday. Five shots were fired: three to his head and two in the chest region. While the shooters fled the scene via motorcycle, they were later apprehended by police.

Carvalho headed a music-based radio station, but frequently used his platform to speak out on local government injustices. It is believed that this played a role in his death.

“He spoke to me constantly about the threats but said he wasn't afraid,” offered Carvalho's friend, Autran Santos. “The most serious threats he received were to do with politics. He said he had enemies because of the accusations he made.”

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