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A computer engineer was found dead with 16 blows from a samurai sword at an ecological retreat in Montemor‑o‑Novo, in August 2023. An airline pilot is accused of the murder and is awaiting trial in freedom. SIC interviewed the suspect and the victim’s family, who for the first time speak publicly about the case. The images within this article are violent and may hurt sensibilities.
In an ecological retreat in Montemor‑o‑Novo, a death remains unresolved. A computer engineer was found dead, hit by 16 samurai sword blows, almost 100 kilometers from home.
According to the Public Ministry, in the early hours of August 30, 2023, Pedro Fanico He went to Quinta Alada with the intention of staying there. The airline pilot Pedro Gonçalvesaccused of the crime, awaits free trial after being detained in Elvas prison.
SIC spoke with the suspect and the victim’s family, who first time makes a statement about what happened.
Journalist: Catarina Cascarrinho
Image: Carlos Rosa and Gonçalo Soares
Image Editing: Rui Félix
Editorial Production: Teresa Dinis Basso
Directed by: Marta Brito dos Reis and Bernardo Ferrão
