Municipal secretary in Goiás kills son and shoots another before taking his own life after video

An episode of extreme violence marked the night of Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in the municipality of Itumbiara, southern region of Goiás. Thales Machado, who held the position of secretary of The Polícia Militar was called immediately to respond to the incident and isolate the perimeter, ensuring the preservation of the scene for forensic work.

The crime occurred a few hours after the public servant made a publication on his social networks. In the video released, Machado made declarations of affection to his children, with the phrase “may Deus always bless my children, daddy loves them so much”. The abrupt change in behavior and the execution of the violent act shortly after the public display of affection became the central point of the initial investigations, which seek to understand the psychological state of the perpetrator and the exact dynamics of the events.

Authorities confirmed that the youngest son, who was hit by the gunshots, was rescued and taken to a hospital in a very serious condition. Equipes doctors perform emergency procedures in an attempt to stabilize the victim’s clinical condition, who remains under intensive monitoring. The bodies of the secretary and the deceased son were removed by the Instituto Médico Legal (IML) after completing the on-site examination.

Civil police investigation and procedures

Polícia Civil of Goiás opened an investigation to determine all the circumstances of the case. Delegados and experts work to collect physical evidence, including analyzing the weapon used and the trajectory of the shots. The objective is to reconstruct the chronology of events inside the residence and cross-reference the information with testimonies from neighbors and family members who can clarify the context prior to the crime.

The investigative work focuses on three main fronts:

– Análise crime scene forensics and ballistics.

– Exame of electronic devices and recent messages.

– Oitiva of witnesses and people close to the family’s routine.

The motivation behind the act is still treated as unknown by authorities. The investigation team remains cautious when disclosing hypotheses, prioritizing the technical analysis of the traces found. Secrecy aims to preserve the integrity of the investigations and the privacy of surviving family members at this time of mourning.

Repercussions on municipal administration and health status

The impact of what happened extended to the public sphere of Itumbiara, since Thales Machado was the father-in-law of the current mayor, Dione Araújo. The municipal administration faces the challenge of dealing with the loss of a high-ranking member while managing the social commotion generated by the episode. The city is following with apprehension the medical reports on the health status of the surviving son, whose recovery is considered crucial.

Specialists in public security and forensic psychology warn of the complexity of cases involving homicide followed by suicide in family environments. The tragedy raised debates in the region about the importance of observing signs of emotional instability, even in public figures who appear normal in their social and digital interactions. Polícia Civil must present a conclusive report in the coming weeks, after all laboratory and testimonial analyzes have been completed.