The Civil Police of Amazonas announced the arrest of a 31-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting his 12-year-old stepdaughter, an indigenous girl from the Tikuna ethnicity, in Tabatinga, Amazonas. The authorities revealed that the alleged crimes took place within the Belém do Solimões indigenous community, where the suspect reportedly drugged the girl to facilitate the abuse. According to delegated Igor Nunes, the victim claimed in a specialized interview that the man would prepare a drink that left her feeling dizzy, hinting at the use of an unknown substance to sedate her.

Evidence presented by the police indicates that this horrific pattern of abuse included at least four assaults, with a witness having observed one incident occurring on February 1st. Upon gathering sufficient proof, the court issued a preventive detention order, leading to the suspect's capture in the indigenous community of Umariaçu 2. The case underscores significant issues surrounding the protection of vulnerable populations, especially indigenous children, against sexual violence and exploitation.

This development highlights the urgent need for stricter law enforcement and protective measures for indigenous communities in Brazil, where such cases of abuse might remain underreported due to various socio-economic factors. As the investigation unfolds, the authorities are also focused on determining the exact substance used by the suspect to drug the victim, which adds another layer of complexity to the case and points to the importance of thorough forensic examination in securing justice for the affected individuals.