Journalist Chico Melo talks about attacks suffered during robbery at home Journalist and radio host Chico Melo, 54, said that he had already received threats before his house was invaded in the early hours of Wednesday (22) in Cruzeiro do Sul, in the interior of Acre, by four criminals. The professional was left with bruises on his body and suffered a cut on his head. In an interview with Rede Amazônica Acre after testifying at the police station, the journalist spoke about the moments of tension he experienced. (See video above) ? Join the g1 AC channel on WhatsApp "The first attack I suffered was a punch and I almost passed out. After the punch, I was placed next to the bed with an individual who was wearing black and combat boots. He put the gun to my head and said that I knew why I was there", he recalled. Journalist suffered injuries to his back and head after attacks Reproduction/Rede Amazônica Acre The gang entered the residence at around 2 am and kept the victim under attack for more than half an hour. The criminals, according to the victim, demanded money and documents. "I handed over my cell phone, they asked me to unlock it and I unlocked it. I received information about some threats, arrest and aggression. Today this came true," he said. READ ALSO: Criminal police have house invaded by criminals in Rio Branco; suspects are arrested and weapon recovered After having houses invaded and being attacked, families leave Rio Branco neighborhood: 'we are abandoned' 66-year-old man and family are taken hostage for 6 hours by criminals in Rio Branco The Military Police seized a cell phone and a knife left by the criminals during their escape. Deputy Jadson Santos confirmed that the case is being treated as a robbery. No one was arrested as of Wednesday night. "Some objects found at the scene by the police were seized. We have already opened an investigation to find out", highlighted the delegate. Chico Melo was attacked during a robbery in the early hours of Wednesday (22) Reproduction/Rede Amazônica Acre Repercussion The attack on the radio host generated outrage and demonstrations of support on Wednesday morning. The city hall, the Union of Professional Journalists of the State of Acre (Sinjac), the National Federation of Journalists (Fenaj), the Brazilian Bar Association, Acre Section (OAB/AC), politicians and authorities published notes of repudiation. The government informed that the Civil Police will conduct investigations based on the principles of legality, impartiality and impersonality, reaffirming its permanent commitment to protecting life, guaranteeing freedom of the press, public security and firmly combating crime. The Union of Professional Journalists of the State of Acre (Sinjac) and the National Federation of Journalists (Fenaj) released a statement condemning the attack suffered by the journalist. According to the note, although it is not yet possible to say that the attack was related to Chico Melo's professional activity, this hypothesis cannot be ignored and must be rigorously investigated. Journalist has his house invaded and is attacked by criminals in Cruzeiro do Sul The union and Fenaj demanded a quick, transparent and independent investigation, capable of clarifying the authorship, motivation and all circumstances of the crime, ensuring that those responsible are identified and held accountable. The note also states that attacking a communications professional is unacceptable violence and that any attempt to intimidate journalists represents a threat to press freedom, the right to information and democracy itself. The Brazilian Bar Association, Acre Section (OAB-AC) highlighted the need to determine whether the case constitutes a possible crime as a result of chico melo's professional activity, stating that attacks on press professionals are direct attacks on freedom of expression and the right to free and independent information. The OAB-AC also informed that it will request the involvement of the State Public Prosecutor's Office and the Ministry of Justice and Public Security in the investigation of the facts, with identification and accountability of all those involved and their motivations. Cruzeiro do Sul City Hall also commented in a statement. Mayor Zequinha Lima declared that freedom of the press is one of the pillars of democracy and must be respected and protected. The president of the State Court of Auditors (TCE-AC), Dulce Benício, said that any attempt to intimidate, embarrass or silence journalists represents an affront to constitutional guarantees and the values ??that support public institutions. Review Acre’s news programs