Navy confirms body found in Ilhabela belongs to missing man
The Brazilian Navy confirmed this Tuesday that the body found at sea in Ilhabela, on the coast of São Paulo, belongs to Dheorge Pereira Bernardino. The man had been missing since May 24, which mobilized several search and rescue teams in the coastal region.
Dheorge was last seen more than a week ago. During this period, authorities carried out intense operations by land and sea to try to locate him. The man's family and friends followed the search with hope, but the sad outcome was confirmed today by naval authorities.
The body was located during the morning by teams patrolling the coast. After being removed from the water, it was sent to the Medical Legal Institute (IML) for official identification exams. The Navy used boats and specialized equipment to assist in the rescue work, facing variable sea conditions.
There is still no detailed information about what caused Dheorge's disappearance and death. The Civil Police and the Navy are expected to open an inquiry to investigate the circumstances of the incident. The goal is to understand if there was a problem with a vessel or if other external factors contributed to the occurrence.
The case caused great commotion among residents of Ilhabela and tourists who visit the northern coast of São Paulo. Local authorities took the opportunity to reinforce the importance of safety in maritime activities, recommending that people always use protective equipment and check weather conditions before entering the sea.