Three suspects – a priest, a security guard, and a gardener – have been presented to a Zambézia court in connection with the murder of Bishop Dom Osório Citora Afonso. The individuals were brought before a criminal instruction judge as part of the process to validate their detention. Authorities allege the three are involved in the high-profile killing that has shocked both the Catholic Church and Mozambican society. As of early afternoon, the court’s decision regarding the legality of their continued detention remained unknown. The suspects arrived at the courthouse under heavy police guard, attracting significant media attention. Investigations continue to focus on identifying those who ordered the assassination and tracing the firearm used in the crime, with the Criminal Investigation Service (SERNIC) expected to issue a statement later today.