Police arrested a man in Rio das Ostras, Brazil, accused of murdering and hiding the body of Dr. Glaubênia Serpa Costa in July 2023. The arrest was made by the 146th Police District of Guarus and was carried out under a judicial warrant for homicide. The operation was led by Delegate Ronaldo Andrade Cavalcante, who had previously overseen the investigations into the doctor’s disappearance.

The case generated significant public interest due to the circumstances surrounding the murder. The accused was reportedly considered a brother by the victim and is alleged to have buried her body in the backyard of her home. After the murder, he reportedly impersonated Dr. Costa for approximately eight months, using her identity on social media, managing her bank accounts, and even issuing medical certificates in her name.

The investigation eventually led to the discovery of the body buried in the victim’s own yard, bringing closure to a case that had left the community in shock. The arrest is a critical step in ensuring justice for Dr. Costa and addressing the heinous crime that has affected her family and the medical community.