Brazil ‘Mosquito’ serial killer accused of 16 killings hid in woods, caught in wig and dress with baby
Jorlan Lopes da Silva was captured wearing a black dress with white stripes, a wig and painted nails.
Brazilian authorities have accused Jorlan Lopes da Silva, a 33-year-old man, of allegedly killing 16 people in recent months. Dubbed "the mosquito" by locals due to his frail build, da Silva had been hiding in the woods to avoid capture. According to police investigator Douglas Garcia, da Silva resided in makeshift camps within the thick bush, making his escape from law enforcement possible for years.
The investigation began after da Silva allegedly shot an 18-year-old in a public square, leading Garcia to connect him with other crimes. Despite claiming that he only attacked criminals, police evidence suggests da Silva's victims included individuals other than criminals. Da Silva is currently in custody wearing a disguise comprising a black dress with white stripes, a wig, and painted nails.
He was also carrying a baby, though it is confirmed that the infant is not his own. Police believe da Silva joined a criminal gang responsible for numerous killings in the region, although he denies any affiliation with such gangs. Instead, he claims to be engaged in a "personal war." Da Silva faces prosecution for the 16 murders, though he asserts that he may have committed additional crimes.
The identities and circumstances of his victims remain confidential to facilitate the ongoing investigation and potential re-openings.
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