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Fortaleza is a treacherous paradise. The fifth largest city in Brazil offers 36 kilometers of dream beaches, coral reefs, a turquoise sea and beautiful women. It is a longing destination, especially for single Swiss retirees. But the city of 2.7 million is also one of the most dangerous and criminal places in the country.
Brazilian Dolce Vita also attracted Peter M. * († 79). 16 years ago, the former municipal council of Caslano TI packed his bags and turned his back on Ticino. He wanted to enjoy his retirement. But the native of German-speaking Switzerland also knew the dark side of the Brazilian coastal city.
The autopsy will clarify the exact cause of death.
On the night of December 3, 2020, Peter M. will be the victim of a cruel crime. In the evening, the retired gardener dines at the Satélite restaurant, accompanied by two people. It will be their last supper. The Brazilian criminal police are now trying to piece together what happened next.
Peter M. apparently returns to his apartment after visiting a restaurant. It is located on the 13th floor of a high-rise building. When the cleaning lady rings the bell the next morning, M. doesn’t answer. She calls the caretaker. This finally alerts the police.
The agents open the door of the apartment. Find Peter M. lying on the ground. Flipped upside down. The hands and feet are tied. There is a gag in your mouth. The perpetrators covered their heads with a plastic bag. There are no signs of more violence. Peter M. likely choked on the gag, so initial investigations. An autopsy will clarify the cause of death, according to the Brazilian homicide squad.
Visiting women from the prostitution environment
Neighbors say Peter M. often had visits from women. I’ve heard arguments before. Police suspect a connection to the medium of prostitution. The woman who was last seen with him is now a suspect. The police are looking for her. Meanwhile, the Ticino family is in mourning. “I spoke to my father on Skype the week before,” says his daughter. “He was in a good mood and happy to finally get out again after two months of blocking.”
The death of Peter M. also shocked the Ticino community. “We remember him well,” says Mayor Emilio Taiana, “Peter was in the FDP in the municipality from 1976 to 1984. He changed to the Lega and reappeared from 1992 to 1996.” Then he left politics, sold his horticultural business and moved permanently to Brazil.
