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Bahia Police Investigate 19-Year-Old’s Death After Eating Acarajé

Forensic reports will determine whether the food triggered a fatal intoxication.

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Overview

  • The victim, Ana Beatriz de Araújo Rodrigues, fell ill shortly after eating the dish in Senhor do Bonfim on Oct. 9.
  • She was taken to the city’s Unidade de Pronto Atendimento for care but died soon after arrival.
  • The Delegacia Territorial recorded the occurrence and issued removal and forensic guides as part of the inquiry.
  • Municipal health officials registered a suspected exogenous intoxication while investigators await necropsy and lab results.
  • Authorities have not identified a contaminant or released information about the vendor as the cause remains unconfirmed.