Feb 10 • 18:01 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Wife of pilot accused of running a child sexual abuse network was horrified to discover the alleged crimes, says police

The wife of pilot Sérgio Antônio Lopes expressed shock upon learning of her husband's alleged involvement in a child sexual abuse network.

Sérgio Antônio Lopes, a 60-year-old pilot, was arrested for allegedly heading a child sexual abuse network. His wife, who is a psychologist, was reportedly unaware of his activities and was horrified when informed by the police. The couple had recently returned from their honeymoon, adding to her shock and confusion regarding the situation.

According to Ivalda Aleixo, the head of the State Department of Homicides and Protection of Persons, the woman described herself as feeling guilty for not having perceived any signs of wrongdoing prior to the arrest. She was emotionally distraught and unsure about her future, caught in a web of disbelief and horror that her husband was involved in such heinous crimes. Her psychological background adds to the tragedy of her situation, as she grapples with the reality of her husband's actions.

The case highlights the complexities often faced when someone close to an accused individual discovers their hidden life. Lopes, who had a honeymoon trip shortly before his arrest, presents a stark contrast between his public persona as a pilot and the alleged criminal activities he was involved in. This development raises serious questions about the nature of such crimes and the impacts on family members left to deal with the aftermath of such revelations.

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