A family reportedly lost two of their children after consuming poisoned Easter eggs.
The deceased children who were identified bas 13-year-old girl, Evelyn Silva and her seven years old brother Luís Fernando died on 16 and 21 April, respectively.
While Evelyn died from vascular shock and multiple organ failure after eating a poisoned Easter egg her brother, also died after falling severely ill from consuming the chocolate treat.
Truthlive News gathered according to a report by ABC UK, both children were hospitalised along with their mother, Mirian Lira, who is now in stable condition.
Authorities arrested Jordélia Pereira Barbosa, the ex-partner of Rafael Silva (Evelyn and Luís’ father), as she alighted from a bus in Imperatriz municipal in Brazil.
Investigations revealed Barbosa allegedly purchased the Easter egg while disguised in a wig, sending it to Lira’s family with a message wishing her a happy Easter.
Security footage and testimonies from family members led police to suspect Barbosa of orchestrating the poisoning, reportedly motivated by jealousy and revenge.
In a statement, the Imperatriz Municipal Hospital expressed sorrow over Evelyn’s sudden deterioration, citing her inability to respond to treatment.
The Maranhão Civil Police confirmed initial investigations suggested Barbosa’s actions were deliberate, pointing to her attempts to conceal her identity. Items seized from Barbosa included wigs , chocolate, medicine, and bus tickets connected to the alleged crime.
The police suspect Barbosa’s actions stemmed from personal motives linked to her past relationship with Rafael Silva, as family testimonies and witness accounts indicated.
Barbosa denied any involvement in poisoning the chocolate, though the investigation continues to uncover further evidence surrounding the case.