The security breach occurred during a scheduled encounter between Flávio Bolsonaro and Lula in São Paulo. While the official nature of the suspected device has not been confirmed, some observers characterized the bomb scare as a possible assassination attempt.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Brazil Police Evacuate Flávio Bolsonaro After Bomb Scare in Debate Car
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The Institutional Security Office escorted Senator Flávio Bolsonaro from a TV Bandeirantes studio after 2 sniffer dogs signaled the presence of explosives in the vehicle that brought him to a presidential debate. GATE tactical police and institutional security agents are currently investigating the car, which was abandoned in the parking area reserved for candidates. Bolsonaro left the headquarters in a separate vehicle accompanied by the governor of São Paulo.
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