Brazil serial killer accused of 16 murders arrested after years hiding in woods
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Jorlan Lopes da Silva, a 33‑year‑old man accused of killing 16 people in Brazil, was arrested on Sunday, September 13, in Mulungu, Paraíba. Police say he lived in the forest for years to evade capture, earning the nickname “mosquito” for his frail build. He was found wearing a black dress with white stripes, a wig, and painted nails, and carrying a baby. The arrest ends a long‑running investigation that highlighted challenges in tracking fugitives in remote areas.
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- Center (2): Free Press Journal, Hindustan Times
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- Brazil’s 'Mosquito' Serial Killer Accused Of 16 Murders, Arrested After Years Hiding In Woods In Disguise With Baby | Watch — Free Press Journal (center)
- Brazil ‘Mosquito’ serial killer accused of 16 killings hid in woods, caught in wig and dress with baby — Hindustan Times (center)