A 2‑year‑old girl from Coari, Amazonas, died after falling into a river during a piranha attack, a tragedy reported by the British newspaper Mirror on December 17.
Death of a Two‑Year‑Old in Brazil
A 2‑year‑old girl named Clara Vitoria drowned after falling into a river at her home in Coari, where safety measures were inadequate, according to the British newspaper Mirror.
Cause of Death: Piranha Attack
Medical examiners confirmed she was struck by piranhas, sustaining neck injuries. The body was taken to the morgue for autopsy. Police are investigating the incident.
Earlier Piranha Attack in Manacapuru
The incident follows a similar attack in nearby Manacapuru, where piranhas struck swimmers on Miriti beach in October, injuring several people, including a seven‑month‑old infant. Local authorities urged people to avoid swimming in the water.
