A man recently deported from the United States has been arrested for plotting to bomb a Lady Gaga concert in Brazil, where he intended to execute children and livestream the attack for social media attention. The suspect intended to use Molotov cocktails and explosive backpacks to livestream the execution of children. The suspects used Discord to radicalize others, focusing on children and the LGBTQ+ community.
Deportee’s Deadly Plot Foiled
Brazilian authorities arrested Luis da Silva, a recently deported illegal immigrant from the United States, just hours before he could execute a planned terror attack at Lady Gaga’s concert in Brazil. According to officials, da Silva intended to detonate bombs near the stage and livestream the execution of children during the event. The suspect had been deported from the US just one month before planning this attack, raising serious questions about deportation protocols and international security coordination.
Da Silva was not acting alone. Police also arrested his 17-year-old accomplice, who was found in possession of child pornography. Their plot involved Molotov cocktails and explosive backpacks designed to cause maximum casualties at the concert that ultimately set a record for the largest audience for a solo performer. The suspects were part of an online network that promoted extremist ideologies through social media platforms, particularly Discord, where they attempted to radicalize others with their hateful messaging.
ATTEMPTED BOMBING AT LADY GAGA SHOW
They were looking for something that would give them a bigger name on the world stage, so they went after the largest crowd ever known for a female musician.@JGilliam_SEAL @DBrodyReports pic.twitter.com/jtIH4yU4sb— Real America's Voice (RAV) (@RealAmVoice) May 5, 2025
Satanic Accusations and Online Radicalization
Investigators revealed disturbing details about the suspects’ motivations for targeting the pop star’s concert. Da Silva had developed an elaborate conspiracy theory about Lady Gaga that fueled his violent intentions. “He said that the singer was a Satanist and that he was going to perform a Satanist ritual too, killing a child during the show,” said Felipe Curi, a law enforcement official involved in the case.
“The group he led also promoted pedophilia, misogyny, and LGBTphobia through social media. In addition, at the time of his arrest, he was in possession of an illegal firearm.” – Erika Hilton
The investigation extended beyond the two primary suspects, with authorities conducting searches across multiple Brazilian states. Nearly a dozen other individuals are currently under investigation for their connections to the terror plot. A 16-year-old involved in the network reportedly admitted to spreading hate online as part of the group’s activities. The digital trail of evidence demonstrates how these individuals used online platforms to coordinate their plans and spread their extremist ideologies.
Lady Gaga’s fans on world renowned Copacabana Beach in Rio went crazy over her performance! The Brazilian police prevented a terrible bloodbath: Investigators say they foiled a bomb attack on the mega concert pop icon & her 2 Million + fans! Love U & LOVE Rio! Me on same beach pic.twitter.com/YpSfT5vZuG
— Sybil Danning (@sybildanning) May 5, 2025
Security Response and Public Reaction
Brazilian authorities made the tactical decision not to inform Lady Gaga or her team about the threats to prevent panic among the massive crowd. A spokesperson for the singer later confirmed, “Prior to and during the show, there were no known safety concerns, nor any communication from the police or authorities to Lady Gaga regarding any potential risks.” The concert proceeded without incident, with Lady Gaga later expressing gratitude to her fans on Instagram, unaware of how close the event came to disaster.
“It was an integrated action that saved hundreds of lives.” – Luiz Lima
Da Silva’s case has sparked outrage in Brazil after it was revealed he had been previously arrested for illegal gun possession but was released on bail. São Paulo Congressman Erika Hilton publicly criticized this decision, pointing to the dangerous ideologies promoted by da Silva’s group. The suspect’s recent deportation from the United States adds an international dimension to the case, highlighting potential gaps in cross-border security coordination that could have prevented da Silva from planning this attack after his return to Brazil.