On the night of August 17th, a robbery and shootout occurred on Rua Dario Lopes dos Santos, in the Jardim Botânico area of Curitiba (about 1 kilometer from the Curitiba Botanical Garden). The suspect robbed a passerby of their cellphone and was attempting to flee when he engaged in a shootout with the police officers who had responded to the call. The suspect was killed in the exchange of gunfire. No injuries to residents or passersby have been reported.
(Related news reports)
In the event that you find yourself in a shooting situation, please take the following actions to ensure your safety:
• Immediately move away from the area of the shooting and keep as much distance as possible; do not approach the scene.
• If the incident occurs nearby and evacuation is difficult, cover your head with your arms or a bag, lie face down with your feet pointing toward the direction of the gunfire, and remain still until the gunfire ceases and you can safely evacuate.
• Hide behind nearby buildings, solid pillars, or other cover.
• When evacuating, keep a low profile and move along the shadows of objects whenever possible.
If you encounter an armed suspect:
• Do not resist under any circumstances.
• Avoid direct eye contact with the suspect and do not follow them.
Always prioritize your safety and well-being in such situations.
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