Daniel Sousa da Silva
Daniel Sousa da Silva is a sergeant in the Batalhão de Operações Especiais (Bope) of the Rio de Janeiro Police. He was recently in the news after confirming in a police statement that he was the only officer who fired his weapon during a controversial operation in the Santo Amaro community, which resulted in the death of 23-year-old Herus Guimarães Mendes. Sousa stated that he discharged his firearm 13 times during the operation, which took place amidst a festive gathering, raising questions about the appropriateness of police actions in such situations.
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Recent news mentions
Daniel Sousa da Silva is accused of firing the fatal shots that killed Herus Guimarães Mendes.
MP do Rio denuncia dois PMs do BOPE por morte de jovem em operação no Santo Amaro
Brazil· 2025-12-06
Sargento Daniel Sousa da Silva claimed to be the only one who fired during the operation that resulted in Herus's death.
PM do Bope afastado pela morte de jovem no Santo Amaro confirmou em depoimento ter sido o único a atirar durante operaçãoBrazil· 2025-06-11
