Brazilian Teen Dies After Injecting Crushed Butterfly Remains

Authorities are investigating whether the death of 14-year-old Davi Nunes Moreira was linked to toxins or an unconfirmed social media trend.

Davi Nunes Moreira, a 14-year-old from Planalto, Brazil, died after reportedly injecting a mixture of crushed butterfly remains and water into his leg.
The teenager spent seven days in the hospital suffering from severe symptoms, including vomiting and septic shock, before succumbing to his injuries.
Medical experts speculate that the death may have been caused by toxins in the butterfly remains, an allergic reaction, or an embolism from the injection process.
Local police are investigating the possibility of a connection to a social media challenge, though no evidence has yet confirmed this theory.
An autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death, as authorities and medical professionals seek to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident.