Teen Injured, Man Killed in Rio Favelas Police Raid During June Festival

A 16-year-old student, Emanuel Félix, was shot and injured during a police operation at a June festival in the Santo Amaro community of Rio de Janeiro. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of June 7th, 2025, also resulted in the death of 24-year-old Herus Guimarães. Emanuel, speaking from the hospital, described the experience as "a movie scene." His mother expressed gratitude for his survival. The event has sparked renewed debate about the impact of police actions in favelas. The community has a long tradition of holding June festivals, and residents expressed shock and dismay at the violence. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by residents of favelas in Rio de Janeiro.