In São Vicente, Brazil, Jonas de Oliveira, 32, has been arrested for sending death threats to a 26-year-old woman he assaulted just days earlier in an elevator. The violent incident, which occurred early in the morning on Saturday, October 7, was captured on a security camera and only came to the attention of local police three days later. Following the attack, the woman provided her testimony to the police but continued to fear for her safety after receiving threatening messages from Oliveira after returning to her home.

The police, particularly the Delegacia de Defesa da Mulher (DDM) in São Vicente, acted quickly to investigate the case after the assault was reported. They managed to identify the individuals involved and questioned witnesses. The situation escalated when the woman reported additional intimidating messages from Oliveira, indicating a degree of premeditation and a serious threat to her safety. The rapid nature of the investigation highlights the seriousness with which authorities are treating this case.

This incident raises awareness about domestic violence and the threats that victims often face from their perpetrators, even after an assault. It underscores the need for vigilant enforcement of protective measures and support for victims of domestic violence, particularly in places where such crimes are often underreported. The actions taken by the police and the woman in this case emphasize the ongoing struggle against domestic violence in Brazil and the importance of taking threats seriously in order to protect victims and hold offenders accountable.