One Fisherman Found Dead Off Santa Catarina as Search Near Ilha Feia Continues

Overview

• Authorities identified the deceased as Clovisnei Zanella, 46, while Luiz Paulo de Lima Barbosa, 35, and Claudionor da Silva Júnior, 45, remain missing.
• Firefighters are leading coordinated sweeps using jetskis, boats, the Aeronave Águia from Joinville, naval vessels, and a helicopter.
• Search teams located the body about 15 kilometers offshore along with objects believed to be from the boat, helping refine the search area.
• Relatives alerted responders after losing contact on the afternoon of December 30, when the men reported they were fishing near the island.
• The Navy’s investigation aims to establish the causes and any responsibilities as operations continue off Balneário Piçarras.