A shocking Easter tragedy has rocked Brazil after a 7-year-old boy died from suspected poisoning linked to a chocolate Easter egg allegedly sent by a woman seeking revenge.
The heartbreaking incident occurred in Imperatriz, Maranhão, where young Luís Fernando fell gravely ill after consuming a chocolate egg that had been delivered to his home. The gift reportedly came with a card reading, “With love, to Mirian Lira. Happy Easter.” Soon after eating the chocolate, Luís became violently sick and was rushed to the hospital. Despite emergency medical efforts, including intubation, the boy tragically passed away just hours later.
According to local media outlet G1, Luís’ mother, Mirian Lira, and his 13-year-old sister also showed signs of poisoning and are currently in serious condition at the hospital. Mirian reportedly experienced breathing difficulties and noticed her hands turning purple shortly after her son was hospitalized.
Family members say the chocolate gift arrived via motorcycle courier and included no sender’s name. Shortly after it was delivered, Mirian received a chilling phone call from a woman who cryptically asked if she had received the egg. When Mirian confirmed, the caller ominously responded, “You’ll find out who it is,” before abruptly hanging up.
Police have arrested a 35-year-old woman in connection with the incident. She was apprehended while traveling on a bus heading toward Santa Inês, her hometown. Authorities suspect the woman is the ex-girlfriend of Mirian’s current partner, and believe jealousy may have fueled the deadly act.
During the arrest, police seized two wigs, believed to have been used as disguises while the suspect allegedly purchased the poisoned chocolate. Surveillance footage from a supermarket in Imperatriz reportedly shows her wearing one of the wigs during the transaction.
Officers also confiscated chocolate remnants, medications, and bus tickets from the suspect. One ticket was purchased just two days before the tainted Easter gift was delivered.
Investigators from the Maranhão Civil Police have launched a full forensic analysis, testing both the chocolate and the victims’ blood samples for traces of poison.
