Gang members have set fire to a dead rival’s coffin during his wake in front of shocked mourners.
The cruel act took place in front of shocked mourners on Tuesday (1 Apr).
The deceased man was killed in a confrontation with the police the day before.
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He was part of a group of around 10 criminals who tried to ambush a rival gang but were surprised by the police just before the attack.
The armed aggressors reportedly opened fire on officers while fleeing the scene.
The police returned fire and fatally wounded three gang members, including the man being mourned at the wake.
Four rival criminals stormed the solemn gathering in retaliation, according to reports.
They allegedly threatened mourners and set fire to the coffin during the event in Trairi in northern Brazil.
One suspect reportedly suffered burns to his face while starting the blaze and had to be hospitalised.
The police arrested the 18-year-old man along with three suspected accomplices the same day, as reported by Need To Know.
So far, only the teen has been charged in relation to the alleged fire.
The suspect has been charged with desecrating a dead body, arson, involvement in organised crime, and corruption of a minor.
The investigation is ongoing.
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