Influencer ‘Cearense,’ 18, Killed in Ceará Police Pursuit After Reported Gunfire Exchange

Overview

• Military Police say they ordered a motorcycle to stop in Maracanaú, the rider allegedly fired at officers, and agents returned fire claiming self‑defense.
• During the chase, the motorcycle hit a curb on Avenida Padre José Holanda do Vale; Ruan Carlos da Silva Morais died and his 16-year-old girlfriend was injured and hospitalized under police escort.
• Authorities report seizing a .38-caliber revolver at the scene, with G1 noting the weapon had both fired and intact rounds, along with the motorcycle and other belongings.
• Relatives publicly contest the police version, with the mother alleging he was shot in the neck from behind and a friend claiming police gunfire caused the crash.
• Police say the patrol was prompted by a report of a threat against journalists at a local event, and investigators have opened a case to determine what occurred.