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Hotel InterContinental receives eight shots on three floors in Jardins

Hotel InterContinental
Photo: Hotel InterContinental - reprodução

A luxury hotel located at Alameda Santos, in the Jardins, central region of São Paulo, was the target of around eight shots on the night of last Monday, March 23rd. The impacts hit windows in the side corridors on the 15th, 16th and 17th floors of the building. Ninguém was injured among guests and employees of the establishment.

The hotel’s security supervisor attended the police station and reported the identification of circular damage to the tempered glass. The shots caused shattering at the point of contact in three different windows. The incident was registered at Polícia Civil, which began investigation work into the origin of the shots.

Details of the impacts on the affected floors

The corridors on the three upper floors received the shots in a concentrated manner. Dois shots hit the 15th floor, while the rest were distributed between the 16th and 17th. The building has 20 floors in total and houses national and international guests in a high standard area.

  • The glass affected is of the tempered type, common in modern buildings for greater resistance.
  • Circular holes indicate precision at the point of impact.
  • No other location in the hotel reported similar damage.

The project’s management issued an official statement confirming the incident and reinforcing that operations continued normally after the damage was identified. Equipes maintenance team acted quickly to replace the affected glass and ensure the safety of the environments.

Police investigation into the origin of the shooting

Polícia Civil of São Paulo collects evidence at the scene to determine the trajectory and type of weapon used. Peritos analyze the glass fragments and impact patterns to clarify whether the shots came from the street, a neighboring building or another high point. Até At the moment, there is no information on suspects.

Hotel employees collaborate with authorities by providing images from security cameras installed outside and in corridors. The investigation remains ongoing with the aim of identifying the motivation behind the episode. Autoridades also assess whether the case is related to other incidents in the central region.

Measures adopted by the hotel after the incident

InterContinental management reinforced internal and external monitoring of the building immediately after the incident was recorded. Equipes technicians checked all glass structures to confirm the absence of additional risks to occupants. The hotel maintained regular operations without interruptions in service.

Guests present on the date of the episode reported not having noticed the shots when they occurred, as the impacts were concentrated in service circulation areas. Management communicated the fact transparently to customers occupying nearby floors, offering support when necessary.

Characteristics of the establishment at Alameda Santos

The hotel stands out for its privileged location close to Avenida Paulista and offers complete infrastructure for business and tourist travelers. Suas facilities include large rooms, sophisticated common areas and high standard services recognized in the luxury accommodation segment in São Paulo.

The Jardins region concentrates several high-value commercial and residential developments, with an intense flow of people and vehicles during the day and night. The neighborhood is known for its relative safety and the presence of hotels, restaurants and offices that attract a select public.

Security procedures in high-end hotels

Establishments like this adopt strict 24-hour surveillance protocols, with periodic rounds and electronic monitoring systems. The quick identification of anomalies in the glass allowed the authorities to be contacted immediately without unnecessary exposure of people.

The replacement of damaged glass followed technical standards to restore the integrity of the facades and corridors. Profissionais specialists carried out the work in a timely manner, minimizing any discomfort to guests who remained on site.

The case remains under monitoring by the police station specializing in investigations of crimes against property and people, depending on the final classification of the facts. The investigations continue with the cross-referencing of information available around the property.

Initial reactions recorded on site

Residents and workers close to Alameda Santos commented on the episode with surprise, given that the area has constant movement and overt surveillance. Equipes experts isolated the affected points for a few hours to collect material.

The absence of injuries contributed to the environment returning to normal in the early hours following the incident. The hotel prioritized internal communication and logistical support for customers throughout the verification process.

Shots hit specific windows without affecting occupied bedrooms or main living areas. The precision of the impacts caught the attention of investigators, who continue to analyze possible shooting angles from different points on the public road or adjacent buildings.