According to information from the Brazilian police, those killed during this year's carnival were street party participants Recife, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Ibertioga, and Paudalho.
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How many people are attending Carnival in Brazil this year?
These are the reasons for the tragedy in Brazil
According to police reports,that most victims died from firearms following conflicts, that occurred during street games.
Among the injured was a carnival parade participant was shot while playing in Cabo de Santo Agostinho, in the northeast of Brazil. His condition is serious.
Fewer victims than a year ago
A year ago, the most tragic event during the carnival was shooting during a dance party on the streets of Salvador, in the north-east of the country. As a result, four people were injured.
According to the estimates of the Ministry of Tourism, in this year's carnival games in Brazil, which will last until February 21, approximately 65 million people take part, including 1.5 million foreign tourists.
