In a shocking incident in Marília, São Paulo, a woman was brutally stabbed by her ex-partner, Leandro Idalino de Marcos, as she arrived at a gym on Monday night. The attack occurred in front of the couple's daughter, who initially mistook the violence for a mere fistfight before realizing her mother was seriously injured. Witnesses reported seeing the attacker approach the woman’s car and forcibly open the driver's door before launching the assault with a knife, striking her in the abdomen.

The victim was quickly assisted by her daughter, who transported her to the Hospital das Clínicas in Marília. Upon arrival, medical professionals found that the woman had suffered multiple stab wounds, including serious injuries to her lungs and abdomen. She underwent surgery to address the puncture wounds and is currently receiving care, with her health condition reportedly critical but stable.

This incident highlights the alarming issue of domestic violence in Brazil, where numerous cases of aggression against women continue to occur despite efforts to combat it. The fact that this violent act took place in front of a child raises further concerns about the psychological impact on the young girl and emphasizes the importance of addressing not only the physical but also the emotional ramifications of domestic abuse. Authorities have initiated investigations to apprehend the suspect, who fled the scene following the attack.