The Civil Police of Santa Catarina have sought a court order to seize the passport of a teenager suspected of fatally assaulting a community dog named Orelha at Praia Brava in Florianópolis. The police's request has the backing of the Public Ministry of Santa Catarina, emphasizing the importance of ensuring the teenager's presence in court as the investigation into the animal's death continues.

According to the Civil Police, this measure is intended to secure the judicial process regarding the case and ensure that all evidence collected during the investigation is presented accordingly. The teenage suspect's legal representation indicated to Folha that they have yet to be officially notified about this passport seizure request. They stated that the family is cooperating with the investigations and would hand over the passport if a formal request is made.

Orelha was attacked early on January 4, around 5:30 a.m., at Praia Brava, located on the northern part of the island of Florianópolis. Reports from the Scientific Police indicate that the animal suffered significant injuries during the attack, highlighting the seriousness of the incident and its implications for the community, reflecting broader societal issues regarding animal welfare and community responsibility.