Bahia, Brazil. The city of Ribeira do Pombal , in the interior of Bahia, recorded the discovery of 28-year-old singer Elly Marcenio , vocalist of the forró band Sandaia de Couro , last Saturday, June 14.
Eliziane Pereira dos Santos was found inside her residence, located on Rua Pedro Costa , in the center of the municipality.
According to preliminary information, teams from the Mobile Emergency Care Service (SAMU) and the Military Police were alerted, but upon arriving at the scene confirmed that the artist no longer showed vital signs.
The cause of his death has not yet been officially disclosed and will be clarified after the forensic examination and autopsy are carried out , according to the Civil Police , which is investigating the case.
Elly Marcenio was originally from Baixa das Antas , a rural area of Ribeira do Pombal, and stood out for her charisma and talent on stage, as well as a notable presence on social networks, where she maintained close contact with her followers and admirers.
The singer had a busy schedule, with 12 performances planned for June, both in Bahia and Sergipe.
The news has caused great shock among his family, friends, fans, and colleagues, who have expressed their condolences and tributes on various digital platforms.
On the morning of Sunday, June 15, relatives and friends said goodbye to the singer.
A religious ceremony, officiated by Father Rosivaldo Gama, took place in the church of the Baixa das Antas community, in the rural area of Ribeira do Pombal.
The funeral procession then headed to the local cemetery for the burial, where visibly moved family, friends, and admirers bid their final farewells.
