The Military Police arrested a man who had been on the run since 2005 after being convicted of raping minors, receiving a sentence of 64 years in prison. The arrest took place in central Jundiaí, São Paulo, during a routine patrol on Saturday. The police discovered that this individual had escaped from the prison system approximately 20 years ago and had been living in Paraguay, before recently returning to Brazil, mistakenly believing that his sentence might have expired.

Upon detaining the suspect, the police checked their data systems and confirmed an outstanding arrest warrant, which then led to his immediate arrest. The man is now in custody at the Civil Police Station in Jundiaí, where he is awaiting justice actions regarding the execution of his sentence. This incident highlights ongoing efforts by Brazilian law enforcement to track down and apprehend fugitives, particularly those convicted of serious crimes such as sexual offenses against minors.

There is also a broader implication surrounding the societal reluctance related to aiding or protecting individuals who have committed grave offenses, reflecting a greater awareness and community concern about crimes against children. The man's long evasion from the law and his eventual capture underline the persistence of the justice system in bringing criminals to account, despite long periods of absence and attempts to escape new trials of accountability.