Tim Lopes

Tim Lopes (born Arcanjo Antonino Lopes do Nascimento; November 18, 1950 – June 2, 2002) was a Brazilian investigative journalist and producer for the Brazilian television network Rede Globo. 

 Abduction and assassination 
In 2002, he was reported missing while working undercover on a story in one of Rio's favelas. It was later learned that Lopes was kidnapped by drug leaders. He was tortured by having his hands, arms, and legs severed with a sword while still alive. He was later burned alive on June 2, 2002.

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Category:1950 births
Category:2002 deaths
Category:Brazilian journalists
Category:Brazilian murder victims
Category:People from Rio Grande do Sul