In a shocking incident reported on Monday, Call of Duty Mobile professional player Ingrid Oliveira Bueno da Silva, known as "Sol," was fatally stabbed by fellow esports player Guilherme Alves Costa, aka "Flashlight," in São Paulo, Brazil.
The 19-year-old pro gamer and Costa had connected online within the COD community. Their friendship took a dark turn when Costa visited her home, leading to the brutal attack.
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Jagures Esports, Sol's team, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, mourning the loss of their talented player. Brazil's FBI Esports organization also extended condolences to her family and fans.
Costa allegedly stabbed Oliveira multiple times, recorded the act, and shared the video in a WhatsApp group with other players—a chilling detail that has horrified the community.
Upon arrest, Costa displayed no remorse, claiming he had a "good reason" and simply "wanted to do that," according to reports.
This tragedy underscores the dangers of online interactions in gaming, especially for public figures who meet fans and peers in person. Our thoughts are with Sol's family, teammates, and the broader esports world.
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