A shocking incident of domestic violence has been captured on video, showing a woman being brutally attacked by a man inside an elevator in a residential building located in São Vicente, São Paulo. The incident, which occurred around 2:55 AM on Saturday, October 7, only came to light this past Tuesday, October 10, when the footage started circulating online. In the video, the attacker can be seen pulling the victim by her hair, choking her with a chokehold, and violently throwing her against the elevator walls, as she desperately screams for help. The raw footage highlights the terrifying nature of the assault, as the victim's struggles culminate in the destruction of a part of the elevator's interior due to the force of the attack.

Despite the severity of the circumstances, no bystanders intervened during the assault, even as the elevator doors remained open, obstructed by two sneakers. The victim’s plight was tragically observed without assistance, raising broader concerns about society's response to such violent incidents. After the attack, the assailant did not just leave the scene; he also stole the victim's cellphone before fleeing, demonstrating a complete disregard for her safety and wellbeing. The event has drawn the attention of authorities as the state’s Secretary of Public Security (SSP-SP) reported that they could not find any record of the incident being officially reported, leading to further questions about accountability and protective measures for victims of domestic violence in Brazil.