Maurício Nunes Gonçalves, a relative of Madrid striker Endrick, was tragically shot dead in Brazil on December 25.
The family of Real Madrid player Endrick has been hit by a devastating tragedy, which took place on Christmas Day (Wednesday, December 25). According to RMC Sport, the Brazilian has lost a close family member who was brutally murdered in his home country.
Maurício Nunes Gonçalves, the brother-in-law of Endrick's older sister, was shot and killed near Brasilia in Brazil, local media reported.
The 38-year-old was shot eight times in the head as he tried to escape his attackers in a bar. Brazilian authorities are currently investigating the incident, which is believed to be a premeditated execution due to the direct nature of the attack.
Endrick's sister says an emotional farewell
Endrick's older sister, Lavinia Sudre, who has already displayed a black ribbon on her social media profiles as a sign of mourning and respect, is as expected deeply shocked by the event. She said a fond farewell to her relative with an emotional message on social media following the funeral, which took place on Thursday.
“Today I just wanted to share positive and happy things, but unfortunately that won't be the case. Today we say goodbye to someone whose life was cruelly cut short,” she wrote. “You left beautiful memories in our hearts that we will never forget.”
Original article written by Marta Rodríguez Peleteiro, translated with the help of AI and edited by Roddy Cons.
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