Tragically, his body was concealed within a trunk, emphasizing the gravity of this distressing discovery.
From People:
According to local media outlet R7, the remains of Jefferson Machado were recovered by Brazilian authorities on Monday. The trunk in which the 44-year-old actor’s body was discovered was encased in cement, the outlet reports.
In a statement on Facebook, the Machado family attorney Jairo Magalhae Pereira confirmed the star’s death.
“It is with regret that I share the sad news of the passing of actor Jeff Machado, whose body was found with strangulation signs," the statement reads. "This discovery confronts us with the cruelty present in our society, motivating us to seek truth and justice in the face of such impactful cases.”
“Preliminary information indicates that the actor's body was found in a trunk, buried in a hole of considerable depth. This situation deeply saddens us and indignant in the face of the suffering faced by Jeff,” the statement continues.
According to R7, the house where Machado’s body was found was rented by the actor’s friend, who is currently under investigation and has not been publicly identified.
Loved ones first reported Machado missing January 27 after his eight dogs were found alone, per the outlet.
Prior to his disappearance, he starred in the soap opera Reis.
This certainly appears to be a crime driven by intense emotions, possibly stemming from a deep personal connection to Machado. The implications strongly suggest that someone close to him is likely responsible for this heinous act.
We deeply mourn this devastating tragedy and extend our heartfelt sympathies to Machado's grieving family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this incredibly difficult time.
