Police Open Probe After Influencer’s Viral UFO Claim and Death of Goat

Overview

• Influencer Mayk Leão posted night‑time videos of lights he called a UFO on May 31, which quickly went viral and grew his following from tens of thousands to more than two million.
• The Brazilian Air Force’s DECEA said its defense radars and local airports recorded no unidentified objects on the night in question.
• Polícia Civil’s environmental unit visited Mayk’s rural property, removed a dead goat for veterinary forensics and opened an inquiry into possible property violations and threats.
• Reports conflict over evidence handling because Mayk publicly said he would hand over home security footage while other videos show him burning a hard drive that he said contained recordings.
• Mayk’s publicity team has temporarily pulled him from social platforms for his safety and care, and investigators say forensic results and witness statements will determine whether criminal charges follow.